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22100.02 – Chemical technicians

Chemical 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.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Chemical analyst
  • Chemical engineering technician
  • Chemical laboratory technician
  • Chemical technician
  • Master dyer - textiles
  • Quality control technician - chemical processing
  • Quality control technician - food processing

Core competencies

  • Quality Control Testing to identify potential errors in research data, deviations in results that may indicate issues, and ensure consistency in chemical product quality
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to oversee equipment performance and operation, interpretation of data, detection of abnormalities and corrective actions
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness to perform delicate tasks requiring precise hand movements, such as pipetting liquids, handling small components, or operating laboratory equipment
  • Categorization Flexibility and Information Ordering to identify and classify relevant information quickly to deal with diverse chemicals and substances, samples, data and procedures
  • Attention to Detail to accurately record data or findings from experiments, measure potentially dangerous chemicals and follow experimental procedures
  • Knowledge in Chemistry to understand chemical composition, interaction and properties to understand experimental procedures, interpret analytical results, troubleshoot problems and contribute effectively to research and development efforts

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Assist in setting up and conducting chemical experiments, tests and analyses
  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus and prepare solutions of gas and liquid, reagents and sample formulations
  • Compile records for analytical studies
  • Assist in developing and conducting programs of sampling and analysis to maintain quality standards
  • Carry out a limited range of other technical functions in support of chemical research, tests and analyses, and environmental air and water quality monitoring and protection
  • Assist in the design and fabrication of experimental apparatus.

Additional information

  • Considerable mobility is possible among jobs within this occupational group.
  • Progression to managerial positions is possible with experience.
  • Some chemical technologists and technicians working in support of fundamental research in chemistry or biochemistry are university graduates.

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NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

2 – Natural and applied sciences and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

22 – Technical occupations related to natural and applied sciences

Sub-major group

221 – Technical occupations related to natural sciences

Minor group

2210 – Technical occupations in physical sciences

Unit group

22100 – Chemical technologists and technicians

Occupational profile

22100.02 – Chemical technicians

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