ISCO Occupation Group 3111.2 Environmental Technician

Definition

Environmental Technician: Environmental technicians investigate sources of pollution and aid in the development of pollution prevention and environment protection plans. They take samples of soil, water or other materials and perform tests to analyse the pollution level and identify its source.

Essential Skills

Environmental Legislation
Metrology
Analyse Environmental Data
Test Samples For Pollutants
Document Analysis Results
Conduct Environmental Site Assessments
Collect Samples For Analysis
Analyse Experimental Laboratory Data
Laboratory Techniques
Advise On Environmental Risk Management Systems
Report On Environmental Issues
Assess Environmental Impact
Perform Laboratory Tests
Advise On Environmental Remediation
Advise On Soil And Water Protection
Chemistry

Optional Skills

Communicate With External Laboratories
Report Pollution Incidents
Monitor Legislation Developments
Investigate Contamination
Assess Contamination
Apply Statistical Analysis Techniques
Pollution Prevention
Biological Chemistry
Perform Environmental Remediation
Pollution Legislation
Advise On Pollution Prevention
Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
Radioactive Contamination
Develop Scientific Research Protocols
Promote Environmental Awareness
Develop Environmental Remediation Strategies
Investigate Pollution
Implement Environmental Action Plans
Avoid Contamination
Microbiology-Bacteriology
Ensure Compliance With Environmental Legislation
Contamination Exposure Regulations
Remove Contaminated Materials
Secure Working Area

Alternative Names

Environmental Protection Technician
Pollution Prevention Technician
Pollution Control Technician
Groundwater Protection Technician
Environmental Conservation Technician

Specializations

Specialization	Title
C3111.2.1	ISCO Specialization 3111.2.1 Air Pollution Analyst
C3111.2.2	ISCO Specialization 3111.2.2 Groundwater Monitoring Technician

Higher Level

ISCO Unit Group 3111 Chemical And Physical Science Technicians