Linda Xiong's Career in Environmental Services

Linda Xiong, a field science technician, shares her journey from studying environmental sciences at the University of Minnesota to working in Portland, Oregon. She describes her role, which involves diverse field projects like habitat surveys and water quality assessments. Despite initial hesitations, she finds joy in unexpected tasks like sewer inspections. Linda emphasizes the rewarding nature of her job, spending most of her time outdoors and encourages others to consider a career in environmental services.

Where did Linda Xiong complete her higher education?

• Portland State University

• University of Oregon

• University of Minnesota

• Oregon State University

What aspect of Portland attracted Linda to apply for her job?

• The weather

• The educational institutions

• The job market

• The food scene and people

What is one of the main reasons Linda enjoys her job as a field science technician?

• The high salary

• The indoor office work

• The short working hours

• The variety of projects

What type of data does Linda collect during a PAWMAP summer survey?

• Air quality data

• Soil composition data

• Canopy coverage and temperature data

• Noise pollution data

What is one of the tasks Linda might do at the start of the week?

• Prepare financial reports

• Inspect sewers for velocity levels

• Analyze air quality

• Conduct office meetings

What is Linda's reaction to working in sewers?

• She finds it surprisingly fun

• She is hesitant and dislikes it

• She finds it boring

• She avoids it whenever possible

What does Linda find most surprising about her job?

• The lack of outdoor activities

• The long working hours

• Her enjoyment of sewer work

• The amount of paperwork

What percentage of her time does Linda spend outdoors?

• 90%

• 100%

• 70%

• 50%

What advice does Linda give to those considering a career in environmental services?

• It's a good temporary job

• The work is awesome and the people are great

• The work is challenging but not rewarding

• It's not worth it

What is Linda's job title?

• Project Manager

• Field Science Technician

• Environmental Scientist

• Data Analyst