environmental technician

Description

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.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

predictive maintenance alternative energy energy efficiency remote sensing techniques laboratory techniques electrical engineering virtual reality human-robot collaboration electronics environmental legislation Internet of Things principles of artificial intelligence metrology quality assurance methodologies chemistry machine learning

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

design thinking supply chain principles supply chain management biological chemistry contamination exposure regulations habitat restoration pollution prevention cyber security data storage microbiology-bacteriology cloud technologies pollution legislation radioactive contamination

Practical Skills

OPTIONALOptional competences

develop environmental remediation strategies secure working area develop scientific research protocols wear appropriate protective gear investigate contamination monitor legislation developments assess contamination remove contaminated materials apply statistical analysis techniques advise on pollution prevention implement environmental action plans investigate pollution communicate with external laboratories listen actively ensure compliance with environmental legislation perform environmental remediation report pollution incidents avoid contamination promote environmental awareness