Environmental Protection Technician: Field & Lab Specialist

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is looking for an Environmental Science Technician to perform laboratory and field tests to monitor pollution. You will be responsible for collecting samples, calibrating instruments, inspecting conditions, and maintaining compliance files. Strong skills in science, critical thinking, and active listening are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software. This position offers the chance to impact environmental health positively across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Initiate procedures to close down establishments violating environmental or health regulations.
• Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos for testing.
• Calibrate microscopes or test instruments.
• Inspect sanitary conditions at public facilities.
• Maintain files such as hazardous waste databases.
• Inspect workplaces for health and safety hazards.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Science

Writing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Web browser software

Microsoft Access

Email software

SAP

Microsoft Project

Autodesk AutoCAD

Adobe Acrobat

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Computer aided design CAD software

Graphics software

ESRI ArcView

Statistical software

ESRI ArcInfo

Job description

Course Advisor is looking for an Environmental Science Technician to perform laboratory and field tests to monitor pollution. You will be responsible for collecting samples, calibrating instruments, inspecting conditions, and maintaining compliance files. Strong skills in science, critical thinking, and active listening are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software. This position offers the chance to impact environmental health positively across the United States.