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Hydrologic Technicians

Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture.

Median salary

$58,570

Typical range

$40k – $94k

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Education

Typical entry: Associate degree

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Hydrologic Technicians

    Entry / Junior

    $40,330

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Hydrologic Technicians

    Established

    $58,570

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Hydrologic Technicians

    Senior

    $76,440

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