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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
Job Information
Operate or tend equipment to control chemical changes or reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer products. Equipment used includes devulcanizers, steam-jacketed kettles, and reactor vessels.
Information
- Workers involved in production and in installation, maintenance, and repair hold more than half of all jobs.
- Earnings are higher than average compared with other manufacturing industries.
- Employment is projected to decline, and applicants for jobs are expected to face keen competition.
Statistics
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $45,550/yr ($22.78/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Below Average |
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Education | High School diploma |