Career Information

Where to find work

Biomedical and pharmaceutical laboratories, production and recycling plants, oil and gas companies, environmental and chemical laboratories.

Future jobs*

In Washington, this occupation is expected to grow about 9.9% over the next five years.

Salary examples*

In Washington, the average entry-level wage for agricultural and food science technicians is $12.30 per hour ($2,132 per month). The average entry-level wage for biological technicians is $13.04 per hour ($2,266 per month). The average entry-level wage for chemical technicians is $13.74 per hour ($2,381 per month). The average entry-level wage for geological and petroleum technicians is $11.60 per hour ($2,010 per month). The average entry-level wage for environmental science and protection technicians (including health) is $14.66 per hour ($2,541 per month). In the Puget Sound area, laboratory technicians with a two-year degree and at least one year of experience average $15.10 to $19.40 per hour.

What jobs are available now?

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Energy & Science Technician Salaries in Seattle, WA