Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
SOC Code: 17-3025 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
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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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $75,712 | $90,563 | $105,414 | $120,266 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $70,782 | $85,509 | $100,256 | $114,982 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $74,090 | $86,819 | $99,528 | $112,258 |
| Modesto, CA | $61,360 | $78,229 | $95,118 | $111,987 |
| Merced, CA | $53,310 | $72,862 | $92,394 | $111,946 |
| Salinas, CA | $53,435 | $72,821 | $92,206 | $111,592 |
| Fresno, CA | $51,376 | $70,616 | $89,835 | $109,075 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $55,786 | $73,299 | $90,813 | $108,326 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $54,246 | $71,822 | $89,378 | $106,954 |
| Vallejo, CA | $55,245 | $71,635 | $88,046 | $104,437 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.8 | |
| Science | 3.4 | |
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Technology | 3.7 |
| Mathematics | 3.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.4 |
| Chemistry | 3.4 |
| Mechanical | 3.2 |
| Physics | 3.2 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 67.3% |
| High school diploma | 10.8% |
| Some college | 8.2% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 6.6% |
| Master's degree | 4.7% |
| Associate's degree | 1.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Receive, set up, test, or decontaminate equipment.
- Maintain project logbook records or computer program files.
- Perform environmental quality work in field or office settings.
- Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.
- Review work plans to schedule activities.
- Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs, or sketches.
- Maintain process parameters and evaluate process anomalies.
- Decontaminate or test field equipment used to clean or test pollutants from soil, air, or water.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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