Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
Code: 19-4042.00
Also known as: Environmental Technician, Laboratory Technician, Public Health Sanitarian, Sanitarian, Water Quality Analyst, Water Quality Specialist
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.
Typical wages
| 10% | $29,280 |
| 25% | $35,900 |
| Median | $46,850 |
| 75% | $60,960 |
| 90% | $80,530 |
| 10% | $14.07 |
| 25% | $17.26 |
| Median | $22.53 |
| 75% | $29.31 |
| 90% | $38.72 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
34,700 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
37,600 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 4,300 |