Environmental Technician Jobs in Michigan

An Environmental Technician, also known as an Environmental Science and Protection Technician, is a professional who monitors the environment and investigates sources of pollution and contamination, including those affecting health. They may work under environmental scientists to identify, reduce, and eradicate pollutants and hazards. They collect samples of soil, water, and air, and then perform tests on these samples to measure pollution levels. Additionally, they document their findings and prepare reports which might be used for regulatory purposes. Technicians also work on remediation projects, which are aimed at cleaning up pollution in concentrated areas.

Important skills for an Environmental Technician include problem-solving, analytical, and scientific skills, as well as the ability to work as part of a team. Many positions require a postsecondary degree in natural science or science-related technology, though some entry-level positions may only require an associate degree. Additionally, certain states require licensure for environmental technicians conducting asbestos, lead, or radon removal or abatement. Prior job roles that can lead to a role as an Environmental Technician may include Laboratory Assistant, Research Assistant, or Field Assistant.

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Environmental Specialist 2

  • Detroit, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 18 hours ago

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Environmental Specialist 2

  • Detroit, MI
  • 21 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 21 hours ago

Reviews and selects environmental consulting companies used to conduct environmental investigations for environmental assessment reports and other technical data....

Remote Work

Description BUILDINGS, SAFETY ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - AIR QUALITY Under general supervision, designs, develops, implements, directs and coordinates complex...

Environmental Technician III

  • Pentwater, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pentwater, MI
  • 2 days ago

The Environmental Technician III is responsible for working in the field at various locations across the country....

Laboratory Technician - Environmental Chemistry Section

  • Lansing, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 2 days ago

Laboratory Technician - Environmental Chemistry Section Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI) United States, Michigan, Lansing Jun 10, 2025 MPHI is a Michigan-based and nationally engaged,...

Traveling Environmental Technician

  • Ithaca, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Ithaca, MI
  • 2 days ago

Clean Harbors** is seeking a **Traveling Environmental Technician** for our Water **Remediation Group**....

Environmental Technician

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 2 days ago

MPS Group, Inc., is seeking multiple Environmental Technicians to join our team at the Ford Rouge Complex located in Dearborn, MI....

Environmental Specialist - Trinity Health Brighton

  • Brighton, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 3 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Evening Shift Description: Performs a variety of general and specialized cleaning tasks to maintain areas such as operating rooms, labor and delivery rooms,...

BUILDINGS, SAFETY ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - AIR QUALITY Under general supervision, designs, develops, implements, directs and coordinates complex procedures...

Health, Safety, & Environmental Specialist

  • Marysville, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Marysville, MI
  • 4 days ago

Coordinate and conduct work area assessment, surveys, and program evaluations to determine the presence of hazardous conditions such as noise and chemical exposure, ergonomics, indoor air quality, light...

Environmental Services Technician Senior

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago

Blodgett Hospital - 1840 Wealthy St SE- Grand Rapids Schedule: Full-time, 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, Every other Weekend. Job Summary You can make a difference in patients' lives as a...

Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 8 days ago

Directs the operations of the environmental program at DLA Disposition Services Field Activity disposing of hazardous materials/waste. Promotes timely Reutilization, Transfer, Donation (RTD)/Sales...

Environmental Services Technician

  • Big Rapids, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Big Rapids, MI
  • 11 days ago

Big Rapids Hospital - 605 Oak St - Big Rapids Schedule: Full Time, 2nd shift Pay: $16 Job Summary You can make a difference in patients' lives as an Environmental Service Technician with Corewell...

Environmental Technician I - 2nd Shift

  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 days ago

be cross-trained into different roles Job Description The Environmental Technician consolidates, treats, stores, packs, transports and/or disposes of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally...

Environmental Services Technician Level1

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 15 days ago

Environmental technicians need to be willing to learn and perform all work to CMS/the Joint Commission/OSHA/and hospital standards....

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Salary for Environmental Technician Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Technicians in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.1%
Master's Degree
22.7%
High School or GED
6.1%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.4%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Technicians in Michigan
4-6 years
23.8%
None
19.0%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
14.3%
10+ years
9.5%
2-4 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%

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