Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
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Job Description
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.

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Job Requirements
Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries
U.S. National Figures.
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only) 49,940
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing 11,730
Chemical Manufacturing (3255 and 3256 only) 10,400
Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing 1,890
Alumina and Aluminum Production and Processing 1,010
Employment Services 810
Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills 800
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only) 790
Rubber Product Manufacturing 750
Plastics Product Manufacturing 740
 
 
Career Video

Title:  "Chemical Equipment Controllers and Operators"
Duration:  01:58
 
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Salaries
U.S. National Averages.
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
Average Annual Salary $51,070
Average Hourly Wage $24.55
Total Employment 82,880

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Employment by Gender
U.S. National Average.
Women
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Related Majors & Degrees
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
Chemical Technology / Technician
 
 
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