Hydrologic Technicians
SOC Code: 19-4044 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Hydrologic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $48,485 | $63,898 | $79,290 | $94,702 |
| El Centro, CA | $51,917 | $65,520 | $79,144 | $92,747 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Bellingham, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $55,848 | $67,246 | $78,624 | $90,022 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $51,688 | $64,106 | $76,523 | $88,941 |
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