career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Calibration Technologists and Technicians and Chemical Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Calibration Technologists and Technicians | Chemical Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3028 | 19-4031 |
| title | Calibration Technologists and Technicians | Chemical Technicians |
| onet code | 17-3028.00 | 19-4031.00 |
| description | Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems. | Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 15,320 | 55,640 |
| a mean | 71,080 | 61,300 |
| a median | 65,040 | 57,790 |
| a pct10 | 44,730 | 39,030 |
| a pct25 | 52,250 | 46,680 |
| a pct75 | 83,600 | 72,940 |
| a pct90 | 105,440 | 90,990 |
| h mean | 34 | 29 |
| h median | 31 | 27 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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