Environmental Engineering Technicians

Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental pollution, including waste treatment and site remediation. May assist in the development of environmental pollution remediation devices under direction of engineer.

Job Task

• Maintain process parameters and evaluate process anomalies.
• Perform environmental quality work in field and office settings.
• Receive, set up, test, and decontaminate equipment.
• Arrange for the disposal of lead, asbestos and other hazardous materials.
• Assist in the cleanup of hazardous material spills.
• Conduct pollution surveys, collecting and analyzing samples such as air and ground water.
• Develop work plans, including writing specifications and establishing material, manpower and facilities needs.
• Improve chemical processes to reduce toxic emissions.
• Inspect facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances such as asbestos, lead, and wastewater.
• Maintain project logbook records and computer program files.
• Oversee support staff.
• Perform laboratory work such as logging numerical and visual observations, preparing and packaging samples, recording test results, and performing photo documentation.
• Perform statistical analysis and correction of air and/or water pollution data submitted by industry and other agencies.
• Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs and sketches.
• Provide technical engineering support in the planning of projects, such as wastewater treatment plants, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and policies.
• Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.
• Review work plans to schedule activities.
• Work with customers to assess the environmental impact of proposed construction and to develop pollution prevention programs.
• Manage Government Impact Card purchases with environmental laboratories to support customers' projects.
• Obtain product information, identify vendors and suppliers, and order materials and equipment to maintain inventory.

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