SOC: 19-4031
Chemical Technicians work in laboratories and assist chemists and chemical engineers with practical hands-on duties related to laboratory work or performing quality control duties at manufacturing facilities. Research Technicians work in experimental laboratories and Process Control Technicians work in manufacturing facilities.
Los Angeles County Chemical Technicians:
|
Annual Average Employment 2010 |
Projected Employment 2020 |
Average Hourly Wage, 1q12 |
Average Annual Wage, 1q12 |
Entry Level Education |
Work Experience |
On the Job Training |
|
1,430 |
1,590 |
$20.76 |
43,179 |
Associate’s |
None |
Moderate-term |
To more fully explore the green occupation listed above, see the Employment Development’s California’s Occupational Guide or Understanding the Green Economy.
Please note that this is occupational data across all industries and not necessarily specific to any one area of clean technology.