Career Details

Chemical Technicians

Use special instruments and techniques to help chemists and chemical engineers research, develop, and produce chemical products and processes

What You’ll Do

Monitor chemical processes and test the quality of products to make sure that they meet standards and specifications
Set up and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
Prepare chemical solutions
Conduct chemical and physical experiments, tests, and analyses for a variety of purposes, including research and development
Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses
Prepare technical reports, graphs, and charts, and give presentations that summarize their results

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span,Categorization,Comprehension,Coordination,Dependability,Good Communications,Hands-On Activities,Mathematical Reasoning,Originality,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Chemistry,Mathematics

What You’ll Earn

Average: $45,000.00

Range

High: $64,790.00

Low : $28,530.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

Certificate

Skills

Communication,Critical Thinking,Dependability,Math Skills,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Teamwork,Time Management

Technology

Microsoft Office Software