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Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.57)
  2. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.48)
  3. Develop, improve - Data (4.48)
  4. Study, observe - Data (4.42)
  5. Listen - People (4.42)
  6. Pay attention to details - Data (4.28)
  7. Use my brain - Data (4.26)
  8. Supervise, manage - People (4.12)
  9. Interview, draw out - People (4.06)
  10. Research - Data (4.06)
  11. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.99)
  12. Coordinate - People (3.97)
  13. Operate, drive - Things (3.94)
  14. Communicate well, in person - People (3.88)
  15. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.88)
  16. Program - Data (3.82)
  17. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  18. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  19. Follow through, get things done - People (3.74)
  20. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.65)
  21. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.65)
  22. Speak - People (3.62)
  23. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.58)
  24. Consult - People (3.57)
  25. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  26. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (3.75)
  2. Active Listening (3.62)
  3. Writing (3.62)
  4. Speaking (3.62)
  5. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  6. Science (3.50)
  1. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Oral Comprehension (3.88)
  3. Oral Expression (3.88)
  4. Written Expression (3.88)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  6. Near Vision (3.75)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (3.62)
  8. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  9. Information Ordering (3.50)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.33)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.28)
  3. Dependability (4.27)
  4. Analytical Thinking (4.26)
  5. Cooperation (4.08)
  6. Initiative (4.07)
  7. Achievement/Effort (3.89)
  8. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.88)
  9. Independence (3.87)
  10. Persistence (3.74)
  11. Concern for Others (3.65)
  12. Leadership (3.58)
  13. Self Control (3.58)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Documenting/Recording Information (4.72)
  2. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.57)
  3. Processing Information (4.48)
  4. Getting Information (4.42)
  5. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.21)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.12)
  7. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.06)
  8. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.02)
  9. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.99)
  10. Analyzing Data or Information (3.99)
  11. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.97)
  12. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (3.94)
  13. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.91)
  14. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.87)
  15. Interacting With Computers (3.82)
  16. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.73)
  17. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.70)
  18. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.65)
  19. Performing General Physical Activities (3.59)
  20. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.57)
  1. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.72)
  2. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (4.57)
  3. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.57)
  4. Inspect Waste Disposal Or Treatment Facilities For Regulatory Compliance (4.57)
  5. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (4.57)
  6. Determine Negligence Or Violation Of Laws Or Regulations (4.57)
  7. Ensure Compliance With Government Regulations (4.57)
  8. Measure, Weigh, Or Count Products Or Materials (4.48)
  9. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.48)
  10. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.48)
  11. Collect Geographic Or Physical Data (4.42)
  12. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.42)
  13. Obtain Technical Support Instructions From Scientists Or Engineers (4.42)
  14. Collect Statistical Data (4.42)
  15. Monitor Atmospheric Or Meteorological Processes (4.21)
  16. Make Decisions (4.12)
  17. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.06)
  18. Use Interviewing Procedures (4.06)
  19. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.06)
  20. Use Hazardous Disposal Techniques (4.06)
  21. Use Pollution Control Techniques (4.06)
  22. Use Knowledge Of Environmental Laws And Regulations (4.06)
  23. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.06)
  24. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (4.06)
  25. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.06)
  26. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (4.06)
  27. Use Chemical Processing Emergency Procedures (4.06)
  28. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.06)
  29. Use Government Regulations (4.06)
  30. Use Knowledge Of Materials Testing Procedures (4.06)
  31. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.06)
  32. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.06)
  33. Use Health Or Sanitation Standards (4.06)
  34. Use Physical Science Research Techniques (4.06)
  35. Follow Microbiology Procedures (4.06)
  36. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.06)
  37. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.06)
  38. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (3.99)
  39. Recognize Public Safety Hazards (3.99)
  40. Test Materials Or Solutions (3.99)
  41. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (3.99)
  42. Analyze Ecosystem Data (3.99)
  43. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (3.99)
  44. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (3.99)
  45. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (3.99)
  46. Measure Air Quality (3.99)
  47. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.99)
  48. Understand Properties Of Gases Or Liquids (3.99)
  49. Identify Properties Of Soil Or Water Samples (3.99)
  50. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (3.99)
  51. Test Air To Detect Toxic Gases (3.99)
  52. Determine The Effects Of Pollution (3.99)
  53. Test Air Quality, Noise, Temperature, Or Radiation (3.99)
  54. Perform Tests To Assess Compliance With Standards (3.99)
  55. Conduct Analyses To Determine Physical Properties Of Materials (3.99)
  56. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (3.99)
  57. Examine Biological Or Other Material Specimens Under Microscope (3.99)
  58. Use Relational Database Software (3.82)
  59. Use Spreadsheet Software (3.82)
  60. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (3.82)
  61. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (3.82)
  62. Develop Or Maintain Databases (3.82)
  63. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (3.73)
  64. Explain Government Rules Or Policies (3.73)
  65. Explain Rules, Policies Or Regulations (3.73)
  66. Use Biological Testing Instruments (3.65)
  67. Use Laboratory Equipment (3.65)
  68. Operate Industrial Or Nondestructive Testing Equipment (3.65)
  69. Use Precision Measuring Tools Or Equipment (3.65)
  70. Use Microscope (3.65)
  71. Confer With Scientists (3.57)
  72. Communicate Technical Information (3.57)