How much does a Hazardous Waste Technician I make in the United States? The average Hazardous Waste Technician I salary in the United States is $53,789 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $45,698 and $64,407. 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. 

Hazardous Waste Technician I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Hazardous Waste Technician I Salary $38,332 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Hazardous Waste Technician I Salary $45,698 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Hazardous Waste Technician I Salary $53,789 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Hazardous Waste Technician I Salary $64,407 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Hazardous Waste Technician I Salary $74,074 US February 26, 2024
25% $45,698 10% $38,332 90% $74,074 75% $64,407 $53,789 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Hazardous Waste Technician I

Hazardous Waste Technician I implements procedures for collecting and disposing hazardous or contaminated materials per governmental regulations. Follows standard operating procedures (SOP) to safely handle and process hazardous materials. Being a Hazardous Waste Technician I assists with inspections, audits, and training. Responds to accidents and incidents. Additionally, Hazardous Waste Technician I logs activities in appropriate systems. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Hazardous Waste Technician I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Hazardous Waste Technician I, the first career path typically starts with a Hazardous Waste Technician II position, and then progresses to Hazardous Waste Management Manager.

Additionally, the second career path typically starts with a Radiological Surveillance Technician I position, and then progresses to Radiological Surveillance Technician II.

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