Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
Role Overview
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.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | $65,080 |
| Minnesota | $63,560 |
| New York | $62,610 |
| Idaho | $61,230 |
| New Hampshire | $60,540 |
| Washington | $59,840 |
| Colorado | $58,790 |
| District of Columbia | $58,490 |
| Hawaii | $56,100 |
| New Jersey | $56,040 |
| Illinois | $55,640 |
| California | $54,740 |
| North Dakota | $54,350 |
| Alaska | $53,860 |
| Montana | $52,280 |
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Median Annual Salary
$48,490
Projected Growth (10yr)
+1.0%
Avg. annual openings
5.0k
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