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"Environmental Engineering Technician"

Job Description - Part 1

Basic Job Description:

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.

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Job Duties and Tasks for: "Environmental Engineering Technician"

1) Receive, set up, test, and decontaminate equipment.

2) Maintain project logbook records and computer program files.

3) Conduct pollution surveys, collecting and analyzing samples such as air and ground water.

4) Perform environmental quality work in field and office settings.

5) Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.

6) Perform laboratory work such as logging numerical and visual observations, preparing and packaging samples, recording test results, and performing photo documentation.

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7) Review work plans to schedule activities.

8) Obtain product information, identify vendors and suppliers, and order materials and equipment to maintain inventory.

9) Arrange for the disposal of lead, asbestos and other hazardous materials.

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10) Inspect facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances such as asbestos, lead, and wastewater.

11) Provide technical engineering support in the planning of projects, such as wastewater treatment plants, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and policies.

12) Improve chemical processes to reduce toxic emissions.

13) Oversee support staff.

14) Assist in the cleanup of hazardous material spills.

15) Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs and sketches.

16) Maintain process parameters and evaluate process anomalies.

17) Work with customers to assess the environmental impact of proposed construction and to develop pollution prevention programs.

18) Perform statistical analysis and correction of air and/or water pollution data submitted by industry and other agencies.

19) Develop work plans, including writing specifications and establishing material, manpower and facilities needs.