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Will AI replace Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health?
O*NET occupation 19-4042.00
Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.
O*NET alternate job titles
- Field Technician
- Environmental Science Technician (Environmental Science Tech)
- Environmental Health Officer (EHO)
- Environmental Technician (Environmental Tech)
- Environmental Test Technician (Environmental Test Tech)
- Environmental Field Technician (Environmental Field Tech)
- Field Environmental Technician (Field Environmental Tech)
- Environmental Lab Tech (Environmental Laboratory Technician)
Example core tasks from the O*NET database
- Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
- Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.
- Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.
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