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Semiconductor Processing Technicians is a notable career in the 51 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Semiconductor Processing Technicians against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 51-9141 |
| title | Semiconductor Processing Technicians |
| onet code | 51-9141.00 |
| description | Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 51 |
| tot emp | 32,150 |
| a mean | 59,640 |
| a median | 51,180 |
| a pct10 | 35,980 |
| a pct25 | 45,320 |
| a pct75 | 74,640 |
| a pct90 | 87,190 |
| h mean | 28 |
| h median | 24 |
The day-to-day work of a semiconductor processing technicians typically centers on manipulate valves, switches, and buttons, or key commands into control panels to start semiconductor processing cycles. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Operations Monitoring, Reading Comprehension, and Critical Thinking. Across the top 6 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.35 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working semiconductor processing technicians, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (83.8%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Arizona at $78,050 and lowest in Arkansas at $36,710 — a 2.1× spread. The top five states (Arizona, Oregon, Michigan, Colorado, Washington) average $58,798. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $78,050 | $75,440 | $49,600 | $99,100 | 3,730 |
| Oregon | $61,470 | $66,170 | $47,210 | $78,620 | 7,080 |
| Michigan | $53,570 | $61,460 | $38,170 | $87,190 | 480 |
| Colorado | $50,710 | $51,070 | $36,910 | $62,970 | 1,110 |
| Washington | $50,190 | $56,810 | $48,820 | $77,640 | — |
| Massachusetts | $49,800 | $51,580 | $40,550 | $66,800 | 1,330 |
| New York | $49,690 | $53,260 | $47,300 | $61,190 | 1,730 |
| Maryland | $49,320 | $50,330 | $43,260 | $65,650 | 130 |
| California | $49,270 | $51,960 | $40,520 | $63,620 | 2,510 |
| New Hampshire | $47,800 | $53,900 | $45,310 | $69,550 | 170 |
| North Carolina | $47,320 | $52,320 | $35,620 | $81,140 | 100 |
| Minnesota | $46,650 | $48,080 | $43,050 | $55,610 | 340 |
| Maine | $45,800 | $49,680 | $41,150 | $60,180 | 320 |
| Pennsylvania | $43,480 | $47,820 | $39,090 | $60,090 | 300 |
| Florida | $42,990 | $49,030 | $35,790 | $79,630 | 170 |
| Utah | $39,090 | $40,010 | $30,590 | $53,500 | 140 |
| Texas | $37,200 | $41,970 | $34,690 | $58,190 | 7,390 |
| Arkansas | $36,710 | $39,410 | $35,600 | $46,610 | 70 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for semiconductor processing technicians. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Charge Preparation Technician or Chemical Etch Operator frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Semiconductor Processing Technicians compares to others in the 51 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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