career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers and Occupational Health and Safety Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Occupational Health and Safety Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2151 | 19-5012 |
| title | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Occupational Health and Safety Technicians |
| onet code | 17-2151.00 | 19-5012.00 |
| description | Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs. | Collect data on work environments for analysis by occupational health and safety specialists. Implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 6,770 | 31,450 |
| a mean | 108,940 | 63,800 |
| a median | 101,020 | 58,440 |
| a pct10 | 62,500 | 40,550 |
| a pct25 | 81,040 | 49,510 |
| a pct75 | 129,860 | 74,810 |
| a pct90 | 163,740 | 94,670 |
| h mean | 52 | 30 |
| h median | 48 | 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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