Hydrologic Technician
- Ideal for those passionate about water conservation and environmental protection.
- Play a crucial role in understanding and managing water resources sustainably.
- Unique chance to work outdoors, collecting vital data on water systems.
💰 Earn $56K-$83K
📚 Associate Degree
Overview
Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture.Scoop
Good (Increasing by 1-5%)
Day-to-Day
- Analyze ecological data about the impact of pollution, erosion, floods, and other environmental problems on bodies of water.
- Answer technical questions from hydrologists, policymakers, or other customers developing water conservation plans.
- Apply research findings to minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, or sedimentation.
- Assist in designing programs to ensure the proper sealing of abandoned wells.
- Collect water and soil samples to test for physical, chemical, or biological properties, such as pH, oxygen level, temperature, and pollution.
Best For You If...
YOU Like 💕
- Working with my hands
- Thinking and problem solving
You are skilled in 💫
- Science
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Mathematics
You value 🙏
- Job security
- Accomplishing things
- Having freedom
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