How much does a Chemical Technician I make in the United States? The average Chemical Technician I salary in the United States is $57,043 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $51,047 and $67,040. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Chemical Technician I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chemical Technician I Salary $45,588 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chemical Technician I Salary $51,047 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chemical Technician I Salary $57,043 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chemical Technician I Salary $67,040 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chemical Technician I Salary $76,142 US February 26, 2024
25% $51,047 10% $45,588 90% $76,142 75% $67,040 $57,043 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

2.

ISO: The International Organization for Standardization is an international standard development organization composed of representatives from the national standards organizations of member countries.

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Quality control: Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.

Analysis 1.29%
ISO 0.21%
Quality control 0.34%
Others 98.16%

Job Description for Chemical Technician I

Chemical Technician I determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis. Performs a variety of chemical tests using instrumental methods and standard test equipment. Being a Chemical Technician I prepares materials for laboratory examination and conducts quality, safety, and compliance assessments. Follows established SOPs. Additionally, Chemical Technician I sets up and maintains lab equipment. Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results. Requires an associate degree in chemistry, science or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Chemical Technician I works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Chemical Technician I typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Chemical Technician I, the upper level is Chemical Technician II and then progresses to Chemical Technician III.

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Chemical Technician I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Chemical Technician I, the highest Chemical Technician I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Chemical Technician I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Chemical Technician I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Chemical Technician I salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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