[Core] [22% incumbents] Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
  DWAs: Collect environmental data or samples.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.
  DWAs: Investigate system, equipment, or product failures. | Collect samples for analysis or testing.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.
  DWAs: Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations. | Record research or operational data.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
  DWAs: Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Discuss test results and analyses with customers.
  DWAs: Confer with clients to exchange information.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Inspect workplaces to ensure the absence of health and safety hazards, such as high noise levels, radiation, or potential lighting hazards.
  DWAs: Inspect work environments to ensure safety.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Weigh, analyze, or measure collected sample particles, such as lead, coal dust, or rock, to determine concentration of pollutants.
  DWAs: Analyze geological samples.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Calibrate microscopes or test instruments.
  DWAs: Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Provide information or technical or program assistance to government representatives, employers, or the general public on the issues of public health, environmental protection, or workplace safety.
  DWAs: Advise others on matters of public policy.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Maintain files, such as hazardous waste databases, chemical usage data, personnel exposure information, or diagrams showing equipment locations.
  DWAs: Record research or operational data.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Set up equipment or stations to monitor and collect pollutants from sites, such as smoke stacks, manufacturing plants, or mechanical equipment.
  DWAs: Set up laboratory or field equipment.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Develop or implement programs for monitoring of environmental pollution or radiation.
  DWAs: Develop environmental sustainability plans or projects. | Direct natural resources management or conservation programs.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Monitor emission control devices to ensure they are operating properly and comply with state and federal regulations.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning. | Assess compliance with environmental laws.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Make recommendations to control or eliminate unsafe conditions at workplaces or public facilities.
  DWAs: Advise others on business or operational matters.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Calculate amount of pollutant in samples or compute air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes, using chemical and mathematical formulas.
  DWAs: Measure physical or chemical properties of materials or objects. | Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Develop testing procedures.
  DWAs: Develop environmental research methods.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Perform statistical analysis of environmental data.
  DWAs: Analyze environmental data.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Develop or implement site recycling or hazardous waste stream programs.
  DWAs: Develop environmental sustainability plans or projects. | Direct natural resources management or conservation programs.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Direct activities of workers in laboratory.
  DWAs: Supervise scientific or technical personnel.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Analyze potential environmental impacts of production process changes, and recommend steps to mitigate negative impacts.
  DWAs: Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.

[Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Initiate procedures to close down or fine establishments violating environmental or health regulations.
  DWAs: Enforce rules or regulations. | Coordinate enforcement of laws or regulations.

[Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Inspect sanitary conditions at public facilities.
  DWAs: Inspect areas for compliance with sanitation standards.

[Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Determine amounts and kinds of chemicals to use in destroying harmful organisms or removing impurities from purification systems.
  DWAs: Determine methods to minimize environmental impact of activities.

[Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Distribute permits, closure plans, or cleanup plans.
  DWAs: Prepare documentation for permits or licenses.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Examine and analyze material for presence and concentration of contaminants, such as asbestos, using variety of microscopes.
  DWAs: Analyze chemical compounds or substances.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Science (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.64 lvl:4.64) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Chemistry (imp:3.48 lvl:4.27) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  English Language (imp:3.48 lvl:3.82) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Biology (imp:3.43 lvl:4.55) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Law and Government (imp:3.41 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.36 lvl:4.05) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:3.36 lvl:4.00) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.05 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.05 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:2.82 lvl:3.41) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Administrative (imp:2.68 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Education and Training (imp:2.67 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Communications and Media (imp:2.55 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.52 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Physics (imp:2.50 lvl:3.41) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Geography (imp:2.43 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Transportation (imp:2.41 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Mechanical (imp:2.33 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:2.24 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Design (imp:2.14 lvl:2.64) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:2.14 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Telecommunications (imp:2.14 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Psychology (imp:2.09 lvl:2.05) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.05 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.00 lvl:2.05) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.77 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.68 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  History and Archeology (imp:1.68 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.64 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.52 lvl:0.86) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.48 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.32 lvl:0.59) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.14 lvl:0.27) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Number Facility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Control Precision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Depth Perception (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Reaction Time (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.38 lvl:4.23) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Getting Information (imp:4.24 lvl:4.00) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.05 lvl:4.09) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.95 lvl:4.55) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.86 lvl:4.41) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.85 lvl:3.18) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.82 lvl:3.95) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.82 lvl:4.71) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.76 lvl:4.95) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Processing Information (imp:3.68 lvl:4.59) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.67 lvl:4.00) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.64 lvl:4.82) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.48 lvl:4.09) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.45 lvl:4.27) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.43 lvl:4.27) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.41 lvl:3.59) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.36 lvl:2.64) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.29 lvl:3.86) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.19 lvl:3.95) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.18 lvl:3.86) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.14 lvl:3.86) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.14 lvl:3.73) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.10 lvl:3.33) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.10 lvl:3.55) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.05 lvl:4.00) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.05 lvl:4.09) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.95 lvl:3.18) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.86 lvl:2.91) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.86 lvl:3.18) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.82 lvl:2.86) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.81 lvl:3.27) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.73 lvl:3.91) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.52 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.50 lvl:3.32) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.36 lvl:2.68) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.32 lvl:2.45) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.32 lvl:2.18) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.18 lvl:2.73) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.14 lvl:2.18) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.14 lvl:2.19) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.70) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.59) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.28) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.86) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Adaptability (imp:1.68) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.67) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.61) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.60) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:1.44) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.43) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.12) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.07) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:1.07) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation (imp:1.04) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.92) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Social Orientation (imp:0.81) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.56) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.36) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.32) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Negotiation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:2.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Repairing (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 34,670
  annual_median    : $55,090
  annual_pct10     : $38,170
  annual_pct25     : $45,820
  annual_pct75     : $69,910
  annual_pct90     : $94,160
  annual_mean      : $60,800
  hourly_median    : $26.49

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($67,160)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($34,370)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.954x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   16,390  median: $  50,030
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   10,000  median: $  62,400
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    3,220  median: $  49,050
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,410  median: $  52,730
  Manufacturing                            emp:      940  median: $  66,460
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      610  median: $  58,540
  Utilities                                emp:      600  median: $  90,550
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      440  median: $  39,760
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      360  median: $  66,140
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      310  median: $  53,280

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (14 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   16,390  median: $  50,030
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   10,000  median: $  62,400
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    3,220  median: $  49,050
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,410  median: $  52,730
  Manufacturing                            emp:      940  median: $  66,460
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      610  median: $  58,540
  Utilities                                emp:      600  median: $  90,550
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      440  median: $  39,760
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      360  median: $  66,140
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      310  median: $  53,280

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match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T20:54:50.161183Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Occupational safety and health (similarity: 0.3958)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occupational_safety_and_health
  QID: Q629029
  Extract: Occupational safety and health (OSH) or occupational health and safety (OHS) is a multidisciplinary field concerned with the safety, health, and welfare of people at work. OSH is related to the fields of occupational medicine and occupational hygiene and aligns with workplace health promotion initia

  Title: PFAS (similarity: 0.0571)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PFAS
  QID: Q648037
  Extract: 

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are a group of synthetic organofluorine chemical compounds that have multiple fluorine atoms attached to an alkyl chain. The high chemical and thermal stability of PFAS leads to these compounds having long environmental lifetimes, hence the common nickname "fore

  Title: List of professional designations in the United States (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_professional_designations_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17164988
  Extract: Many professional designations in the United States take the form of post-nominal letters. Professional societies or educational institutes usually award certifications. Obtaining a certificate is voluntary in some fields, but in others, certification from a government-accredited agency may be legal

  Title: University of Applied Health Sciences (similarity: 0.2913)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Applied_Health_Sciences
  QID: Q12645671
  Extract: The University of Applied Health Sciences is a Croatian public higher educational institution focused on nursing and allied health fields. It was established in 1966 and is located in Zagreb, Croatia. The university offers three-year degrees and graduate degrees.

  Title: Green job (similarity: 0.0800)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_job
  QID: Q539880
  Extract: 

Green jobs are, according to the United Nations Environment Program, "work in agricultural, manufacturing, research and development (R&D), administrative, and service activities that contribute(s) substantially to preserving or restoring environmental quality. Specifically, but not exclusively, th

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with comprehensive skills, knowledge, and work activities. Clear wage and employment data from BLS. Well-defined educational requirements and career pathways.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T16:10:31.902790+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,702
tokens_output        : 4,181
cost_usd             : $0.044976
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though occupational safety and health provides related context for environmental health protection roles. The closest semantic match focuses on workplace safety rather than environmental monitoring specifically.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians conduct laboratory and field tests to monitor environmental conditions and investigate pollution sources that may affect human health. They collect and analyze samples of air, water, soil, and other materials under the supervision of environmental scientists or engineers. These technicians play a crucial role in environmental compliance monitoring and public health protection through systematic data collection and analysis.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Technicians begin by collecting environmental samples from various sources including gases, soils, water systems, and industrial wastewater to test for pollutant levels. They prepare samples and photomicrographs for laboratory testing, calibrate microscopes and analytical instruments, and weigh or measure collected particles to determine contamination concentrations. Documentation is critical as they record test data and prepare detailed reports, summaries, and charts interpreting analytical results. They inspect workplaces to identify health and safety hazards such as excessive noise, radiation exposure, or other environmental risks. Communication involves discussing test results with clients and providing technical assistance to government representatives, employers, and the public on environmental matters. Administrative duties include maintaining databases of hazardous waste information, chemical usage data, and personnel exposure records.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals with strong realistic and investigative orientations excel in this role, combining hands-on technical work with systematic scientific inquiry. Success requires exceptional attention to detail and dependability, as accurate sample collection and data recording directly impact public health and environmental safety decisions. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for explaining technical findings to diverse audiences and maintaining detailed documentation. Those who thrive possess solid foundations in chemistry, biology, and mathematics, along with the ability to work independently while following established protocols and safety procedures.

CAREER ENTRY:
This occupation typically requires a bachelor's degree (68.2% of workers) in environmental science, chemistry, biology, or a related field, though some positions accept associate's degrees (22.7%). Entry-level positions may require internship experience or coursework in environmental monitoring techniques and laboratory procedures. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and environmental compliance standards is beneficial, along with familiarity with scientific instrumentation and data analysis software.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced technicians can advance to supervisory roles overseeing environmental monitoring programs or specialize in specific areas like air quality, water treatment, or hazardous waste management. Career progression often leads to environmental scientist positions, compliance inspector roles, or specialized technical positions in environmental consulting firms. Some technicians pursue additional education to become environmental engineers or move into regulatory affairs within government agencies.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment of 34,670 technicians nationwide reflects steady demand driven by environmental regulations and public health concerns, with median annual wages of $55,090 according to BLS OEWS May 2025. Geographic variation is significant, ranging from $34,370 in Puerto Rico to $67,160 in Washington state, representing a 1.95x differential reflecting regional industrial activity and cost of living. The largest employment sectors are professional, scientific, and technical services (16,390 positions) and government agencies (10,000 positions), indicating strong public and private sector demand. Waste management and remediation services employ an additional 3,220 technicians, reflecting growing focus on environmental cleanup and compliance monitoring.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Core activities involving sample collection, field inspections, and hands-on laboratory procedures have low automation risk due to the need for human judgment in variable environmental conditions. However, data recording, analysis, and report generation tasks may become increasingly automated through laboratory information management systems and AI-powered analytical tools.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health (19-2041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct supervision relationship with shared knowledge in chemistry (4.3 vs 4.6) and biology (4.5 vs 4.8), representing natural advancement path
    data: supervision relationship in description
    data: chemistry knowledge overlap
    data: biology knowledge overlap
  [task_similarity] Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3025.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve environmental sample collection and compliance monitoring with shared engineering and technology knowledge (3.6 vs 4.2)
    data: sample collection tasks
    data: compliance evaluation activities
    data: engineering technology knowledge
  [skill_overlap] Environmental Compliance Inspectors (13-1041.01) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared focus on evaluating compliance with standards (importance 4.0) and workplace inspection activities
    data: compliance evaluation work activity
    data: workplace inspection tasks
    data: law and government knowledge
  [job_zone] Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians (19-4043.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both Job Zone 4 occupations requiring considerable preparation with overlapping sample analysis and measurement activities
    data: Job Zone 4 classification
    data: sample analysis tasks
    data: measurement and weighing activities
  [knowledge_overlap] Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators (51-8031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared focus on water quality monitoring with chemistry knowledge requirements and environmental protection goals
    data: water sample collection
    data: chemistry knowledge
    data: environmental monitoring focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['environmental technician', 'environmental science technician', 'environmental protection technician', 'environmental health technician', 'pollution technician', 'environmental monitoring technician', 'environmental compliance technician', 'environmental sample technician']
  exclude_keywords : ['environmental scientist', 'environmental engineer', 'environmental inspector', 'laboratory manager', 'research scientist']
  title_patterns   : ['Environmental.*Technician', '.*Environmental.*Tech', 'Pollution.*Technician', '.*Environmental.*Analyst', 'Environmental.*Specialist']
  common_variations: ['environmental tech', 'environmental science tech', 'environmental protection tech', 'environmental health tech', 'pollution tech', 'environmental monitoring tech', 'environmental compliance tech', 'environmental laboratory technician']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'environmental', 'equipment', 'health', 'public', 'principles', 'monitoring', 'control', 'activities', 'materials', 'procedures', 'includes', 'objects', 'analysis', 'safety', 'technical', 'management', 'samples', 'techniques']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01481  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     41  0.01446  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:93%  dwas:5%  wikipedia:2%
environmental              37  0.01305  inference            inference:54%  dwas:22%  onet_tasks:14%
equipment                  30  0.01058  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:13%  onet_tasks:10%
health                     17  0.00599  inference            inference:41%  wikipedia:35%  onet_tasks:18%
public                     16  0.00564  inference            inference:31%  onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:25%
principles                 16  0.00564  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                 14  0.00494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  inference:36%  onet_tasks:7%
control                    14  0.00494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  onet_tasks:14%
activities                 14  0.00494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:14%  onet_tasks:7%
materials                  14  0.00494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  dwas:14%  wikipedia:7%
procedures                 13  0.00458  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:23%  onet_tasks:15%
includes                   13  0.00458  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
objects                    13  0.00458  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
analysis                   12  0.00423  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:25%
safety                     12  0.00423  inference            inference:42%  wikipedia:25%  onet_tasks:17%
technical                  12  0.00423  inference            inference:42%  onet_dimensions:25%  dwas:25%
management                 12  0.00423  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:58%  inference:25%  dwas:17%
samples                    11  0.00388  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:36%  dwas:36%  inference:27%
techniques                 11  0.00388  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
resources                  11  0.00388  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:18%
ideas                      11  0.00388  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
chemical                    9  0.00317  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:22%  onet_dimensions:22%  dwas:22%
programs                    9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:22%
production                  9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
government                  8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
needs                       8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
services                    8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
quality                     8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00282  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%