Chemical Technicians
Fast Growing
Growing
Steady Growth
Declining
Occupation Description
Chemical technicians conduct chemical and physical laboratory examinations to support scientists in making qualitative and quantitative studies of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for investigation and development of new products or procedures, quality control, preservation of environmental standards, and other work concerning investigational, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and associated sciences.
Estimated Income
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Total Employees In 2010
61300
Job Openings By 2020
61300
Growth Rate
6.7%