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Environmental Field Technician
Collect samples and data in the field
$35,000 – $65,000/yrGather soil, water, and air samples and conduct field measurements for environmental projects.
Highlights
Common tasks
Collect samples, calibrate equipment, document field conditions, and chain-of-custody samples.
Potential downsides
Outdoor exposure, repetitive sampling, and travel to remote sites.
Skills
ResearchCritical thinkingData analysisPattern recognition
Interests
EnvironmentScienceSocial impactTechnology
Industries
Sustainability
Work style
Hands-onAnalyticalCollaborativeIndependent
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