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Chemical Technicians

Description
Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for purposes such as research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.
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Experience
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

Training
Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

Tasks
  • Tests and analyzes chemical and physical properties of liquids, solids, gases, radioactive and biological materials, and products such as perfumes.
  • Prepares chemical solutions for products and processes, following standardized formulas, or creates experimental formulas.
  • Sets up and calibrates laboratory equipment and instruments used for testing, process control, product development, and research.
  • Documents results of tests and analyses and writes technical reports or prepares graphs and charts.
  • Directs other workers in compounding and distilling chemicals.
  • Reviews process paperwork for products to ensure compliance to standards and specifications.
  • Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment.
National Average Salary
$37,850.00/year

Average Salary in Maryland
$39,500.00/year

Important Abilities
   1. Written Expression
   2. Information Ordering
   3. Written Comprehension
   4. Near Vision
   5. Number Facility

General Work Activities
   1. Monitor Processes, Material, Surroundings
   2. Controlling Machines and Processes
   3. Analyzing Data or Information
   4. Getting Information Needed to Do the Job
   5. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Important Skills
   1. Science
   2. Critical Thinking
   3. Reading Comprehension
   4. Mathematics
   5. Active Listening

Frequent Work Context
   1. Indoors
   2. Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
   3. Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
   4. Consequence of Error
   5. Hazardous Conditions

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