Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
SOC Code: 19-4042
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Healths collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 87.1/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Speaking, Writing.
AI-Proof Score: 87.1 — Very High
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Median Salary
$49,490
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Job Growth
4.0%
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Training Time
Considerable preparation (2-4 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 4 / 5
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Training Cost
~$40,000
Key Skills
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Speaking
- •Writing
- •Active Listening
- •Critical Thinking
Common Tasks
- ✓Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
- ✓Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.
- ✓Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.
- ✓Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
- ✓Discuss test results and analyses with customers.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation