Environmental Technician
Start your career in environmental protection and field monitoring with Atomic Technical Institute’s Environmental Technician training program.
Located at 1835 Terminal Drive, Suite 130, Richland, WA 99354. This in-person, instructor-led course is designed for individuals pursuing careers in environmental compliance, site monitoring, and field sampling roles across industrial, construction, energy, and cleanup industries.
This training builds foundational knowledge in environmental regulations, sampling methods, site documentation, and hazard awareness. Students gain practical understanding of how environmental technicians support regulatory compliance and protect air, soil, water, and surrounding communities.
Why Environmental Technology?
Environmental Technicians play a critical role in ensuring organizations operate responsibly and comply with environmental regulations. As industries expand and environmental oversight increases, trained field personnel are in strong demand.
Environmental Technology offers:
Strong job stability
Competitive wages
Opportunities in environmental consulting, construction, industrial operations, energy, and cleanup projects
A career path focused on protecting natural resources and public health
This program helps students enter the field without requiring a traditional college degree or prior environmental experience.
Instructor-Led. Structured. Career-Focused.
Our approximately 3-month program combines:
Live, in-person instruction
Structured progression through environmental fundamentals
Guided exercises and knowledge checks
Practical examples of real-world field monitoring and documentation
Instruction is delivered by experienced professionals with strong backgrounds in environmental compliance and field operations.
What You’ll Learn (Highlights)
Students gain foundational knowledge in areas including:
Basic environmental regulations and compliance concepts
Soil, water, and air sampling fundamentals
Environmental monitoring equipment awareness
Site inspection and documentation practices
Spill prevention and environmental protection basics
Hazard recognition and safe work practices
Recordkeeping and reporting fundamentals
This training helps students understand not just how to collect data—but how environmental programs protect communities and ecosystems.
Course Details at a Glance
Start Date: March 2nd
Duration: Approximately 90 days
Location: 1835 Terminal Drive, Suite 130 Richland, WA 99354
Schedule Options: Daytime (TBD) and evening classes available
Included: Live instruction, guided review, and course materials
Seating is limited to maintain instructional quality.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
Individuals seeking entry into environmental or compliance roles
Career changers looking for field-based technical work
Workers who want to expand into environmental monitoring
Anyone interested in protecting natural resources and supporting regulatory compliance
Requirements:
GED or high school diploma
No prior environmental experience required
All adults and 11th and 12th grade high school students may enroll; a GED or diploma is required for employment.
Career Outlook & Earning Potential
Environmental Technician careers offer strong earning potential:
Entry-Level Environmental Technician: ~$35+ per hour
Experienced Environmental Professional: ~$50+ per hour
Actual pay varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. These figures are illustrative based on industry norms.
Completion & Career Advantage
Upon successful completion, students receive:
ATI Course Completion Certificate
Eligibility for regionally accredited college credit through Columbia Southern University (CSU)
This course can help demonstrate foundational environmental knowledge and field readiness to employers seeking environmental support personnel. Students may choose to apply eligible college credit toward future degree pathways in accordance with institutional policies.
