career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3025 | 19-4042 |
| title | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health |
| onet code | 17-3025.00 | 19-4042.00 |
| description | 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. | Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 12,500 | 39,390 |
| a mean | 63,070 | 56,770 |
| a median | 58,890 | 49,490 |
| a pct10 | 39,670 | 36,130 |
| a pct25 | 48,250 | 38,050 |
| a pct75 | 75,290 | 64,170 |
| a pct90 | 92,280 | 85,630 |
| h mean | 30 | 27 |
| h median | 28 | 23 |
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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