career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Technicians and Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Technicians | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4031 | 17-3025 |
| title | Chemical Technicians | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
| onet code | 19-4031.00 | 17-3025.00 |
| description | 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. | Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 55,640 | 12,500 |
| a mean | 61,300 | 63,070 |
| a median | 57,790 | 58,890 |
| a pct10 | 39,030 | 39,670 |
| a pct25 | 46,680 | 48,250 |
| a pct75 | 72,940 | 75,290 |
| a pct90 | 90,990 | 92,280 |
| h mean | 29 | 30 |
| h median | 27 | 28 |
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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