Summary Industrial Hygiene Technologist in Nova Scotia

Find key facts and figures about working as an industrial hygiene technologist. The following information is applicable to all Chemical technologists and technicians (NOC 22100).

Description

Chemical technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in chemical engineering, chemical and biochemical research and analysis, industrial chemistry, chemical quality control and environmental protection. They are employed by research and development and quality control laboratories, consulting engineering companies, in chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and a variety of other manufacturing and processing industries, and by utilities, health, educational and government establishments.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$24.53/hour

Median wage in Nova Scotia

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in Nova Scotia

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Jobs

2 jobs

advertised in Nova Scotia

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Competencies

  • Equipment and Tool Selection
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Operation and Control
  • Numeracy

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