Hazardous Materials Removal Workers




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Automation risk
Low Risk (21-40%): Jobs in this level have a limited risk of automation, as they demand a mix of technical and human-centric skills.
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Growth
The number of 'Hazardous Materials Removal Workers' job openings is expected to decline 0.3% by 2031
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2023.
Wages
In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Hazardous Materials Removal Workers' was $46,690, or $22 per hour
'Hazardous Materials Removal Workers' were paid 0.8% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2022 there were 46,780 people employed as 'Hazardous Materials Removal Workers' within the United States.
This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 3 thousand people are employed as 'Hazardous Materials Removal Workers'.
Job description
Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials handling or a confined entry permit are generally required. May operate earth-moving equipment or trucks.
SOC Code: 47-4041.00
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