Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians to increase by 3.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 12,500 to 12,900 jobs. Its estimate of 1,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($59,920), education (Associate's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
12,500
Projected employment (2034)
12,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
3%
Annual openings (projected average)
1,100
Pay & Preparation
$59,920
Associate's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (3.88/5) • Critical Thinking (3.88/5) • Active Listening (3.88/5) • Active Learning (3.75/5) • Monitoring (3.38/5) • Speaking (3.38/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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