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Will AI replace Hydrologic Technicians?
O*NET occupation 19-4044.00
Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture.
O*NET alternate job titles
- Hydrologic Aid
- Hydrologic Technician
- Hydrography Technician
- Groundwater Monitoring Technician
- Field Technician (Field Tech)
- GIS Technician (Geographic Information System Technician)
- Hydrographer
- Hydro Operator
Example tasks from the O*NET database
- Analyze ecological data about the impact of pollution, erosion, floods, and other environmental problems on bodies of water.
- Answer technical questions from hydrologists, policymakers, or other customers developing water conservation plans.
- Apply research findings to minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, or sedimentation.
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