career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Engineers and Hydrologic Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Engineers | Hydrologic Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2081 | 19-4044 |
| title | Environmental Engineers | Hydrologic Technicians |
| onet code | 17-2081.00 | 19-4044.00 |
| description | Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology. | Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 37,950 | 2,940 |
| a mean | 110,570 | 64,410 |
| a median | 104,170 | 58,570 |
| a pct10 | 64,950 | 40,330 |
| a pct25 | 80,510 | 47,450 |
| a pct75 | 130,830 | 79,790 |
| a pct90 | 161,910 | 94,310 |
| h mean | 53 | 30 |
| h median | 50 | 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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