Environmental Engineering Technician

Code: 17-3025.00

Also known as: Air Quality Instrument Specialist, Engineer Technician, Environmental Engineering Assistant, Environmental Engineering Technician, Environmental Field Technician, Environmental Technician, Haz Tech (Hazardous Technician), Senior Environmental Technician

Description: 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 scientist. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.

Environmental Engineering Technician

Typical wages


10% $32,850
25% $39,330
Median $51,630
75% $67,100
90% $87,730
10% $15.79
25% $18.91
Median $24.82
75% $32.26
90% $42.18

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
18,500
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
19,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,700