Explore Careers Think Career Profile Environmental Technician Holland Code: Think Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead In A Nutshell I work on projects to monitor, protect, and clean up the environment. I monitor levels of chemicals in the environment through sampling and laboratory analysis. I take part in environmental assessments and join in on clean-up projects. Swipe Potential Salary Range $59,300 Annually Which provinces would this job be in? AB Alberta BC British Columbia MB Manitoba NB New Brunswick NL Newfoundland & Labrador NS Nova Scotia NU Nunavut NWT Northwest Territories ON Ontario PEI Prince Edward Island QC Quebec SK Saskwatchewan YT Yukon Territories My time is split between office and field work. Field work is great because it’s always an adventure, whereas office work is valuable because the data we collect in the field starts to have relevance and direction. Workplace Indoor / Outdoor Job Requirements & Duties Collect water samples for laboratory analysis Install and maintain data collection equipment Operate equipment like pumps, vacuums, and bobcats Set up stations to collect and monitor pollutants Keep detailed records of data and observations Education & Training A university degree or college diploma in environmental studies or a related field is required. 100all Job Outlook The outlook for prospective environmental technicians is fair, meaning experts predict there will be slightly fewer available jobs than there will be people to fill them. Related School Subjects Science Social Studies Career Education What words come to mind when thinking about this career? Protection Wildlife Biodiversity Environment Important Skills adaptability-transformation-adjust-change-mutation-revolotion Adaptability Working in this job means a lot of time spent in the field. While working outdoors can be great, you have to be pretty resilient and adapt to the rough working conditions, like rain and snow! Research Science is ever-changing when it comes to nutrition. Having a strong skill set in understanding and analyzing research is key. Physical Traipsing through streams, lugging heavy equipment, hauling heavy samples.... environmental work can be a very physically demanding job. Patience Often, we don’t see the results from what we’re doing for a long while. Technicians have to be patient and understand that even though we might not see immediate results, the work we’re doing is important and fits into a bigger picture. Swipe The Best Things About This Job Are… Working With A Team Improves and Protects the Environment Helps Others Making a Difference in the World Similar Careers Land Surveyor Agricultural Lab Technician Forestry Worker Helpful Links Launch your environmental career Top Agricultural Careers in Environmental Services YouTube - So you want to work in the FIELD? Honest truths for environmental scientists YouTube - Environmental Technician Hands-on Experience snapAG- Agriculture and Greenhouse Gases snapAG- Environmental Farm Plans snapAG- GMOs and the Environment snapAG- Pesticides and the Environment Career Glossary Laboratory Analysis Pollutants References Environmental Technician in Canada. (2020). What does an Environmental Technician Do?. (2019). Disclaimer All career information has been gathered from a variety of sources and compiled to provide a general idea as to what each career could entail. Agriculture in the Classroom Canada is committed to doing our best to ensure the information is current and reliable. However, we will not be liable for the accuracy of the information. Please contact us if you notice errors or would like to provide feedback.