Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology Technician Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in identifying and disposing of hazardous materials. Includes instruction in environmental safety principles, biohazard identification, testing and sampling procedures, laboratory techniques, instrumentation calibration, hazardous waste disposal procedures and systems, safety and protection procedures, equipment maintenance, and report preparation. Is Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology Technician the right major for you?
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Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology Technician Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$40,800

Median Hourly Wage

$19.62*

Total Employed Nationally

36,910


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.