career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forest and Conservation Technicians and Soil and Plant Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forest and Conservation Technicians | Soil and Plant Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4071 | 19-1013 |
| title | Forest and Conservation Technicians | Soil and Plant Scientists |
| onet code | 19-4071.00 | 19-1013.00 |
| description | Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats. | Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 31,080 | 16,600 |
| a mean | 56,660 | 83,040 |
| a median | 54,310 | 71,410 |
| a pct10 | 36,190 | 45,320 |
| a pct25 | 42,560 | 57,950 |
| a pct75 | 66,020 | 98,110 |
| a pct90 | 80,790 | 131,440 |
| h mean | 27 | 39 |
| h median | 26 | 34 |
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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