career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health and Food Science Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | Food Science Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4042 | 19-4013 |
| title | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | Food Science Technicians |
| onet code | 19-4042.00 | 19-4013.00 |
| description | 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. | Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 39,390 | 14,200 |
| a mean | 56,770 | 54,400 |
| a median | 49,490 | 49,430 |
| a pct10 | 36,130 | 37,760 |
| a pct25 | 38,050 | 43,990 |
| a pct75 | 64,170 | 60,940 |
| a pct90 | 85,630 | 75,100 |
| h mean | 27 | 26 |
| h median | 23 | 23 |
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