Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
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| Alabama | 1,600 | $48,410 | $23.28 | |
| Alaska | 240 | $74,640 | $35.89 | |
| Arizona | 1,100 | $55,040 | $26.46 | |
| Arkansas | 230 | $55,380 | $26.63 | |
| California | 6,020 | $74,020 | $35.59 | |
| Colorado | 1,090 | $62,790 | $30.19 | |
| Connecticut | 260 | $72,460 | $34.84 | |
| Delaware | 320 | $48,310 | $23.22 | |
| Florida | 3,010 | $54,510 | $26.21 | |
| Georgia | 1,130 | $50,180 | $24.13 | |
| Hawaii | 90 | $60,000 | $28.85 | |
| Idaho | 320 | $53,070 | $25.51 | |
| Illinois | 2,780 | $64,970 | $31.24 | |
| Indiana | 850 | $60,890 | $29.27 | |
| Iowa | 1,040 | $60,570 | $29.12 | |
| Kansas | 940 | $49,430 | $23.77 | |
| Kentucky | 2,370 | $46,980 | $22.59 | |
| Louisiana | 600 | $73,780 | $35.47 | |
| Maine | 340 | $61,040 | $29.35 | |
| Maryland | 780 | $56,880 | $27.35 | |
| Michigan | 1,440 | $55,750 | $26.80 | |
| Minnesota | 2,140 | $69,690 | $33.50 | |
| Mississippi | 760 | $39,690 | $19.08 | |
| Missouri | 1,710 | $50,130 | $24.10 | |
| Montana | 330 | $49,120 | $23.62 | |
| Nebraska | 210 | $60,330 | $29.01 | |
| Nevada | 610 | $56,780 | $27.30 | |
| New Hampshire | 80 | $58,520 | $28.14 | |
| New Jersey | 790 | $69,060 | $33.20 | |
| New Mexico | 760 | $51,020 | $24.53 | |
| New York | 1,960 | $59,430 | $28.57 | |
| North Carolina | 2,580 | $55,280 | $26.58 | |
| North Dakota | 410 | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| Ohio | 1,850 | $59,590 | $28.65 | |
| Oklahoma | 530 | $51,600 | $24.81 | |
| Oregon | 1,060 | $70,480 | $33.88 | |
| Pennsylvania | 2,190 | $55,710 | $26.78 | |
| Rhode Island | 230 | $54,270 | $26.09 | |
| South Carolina | 1,010 | $46,620 | $22.41 | |
| South Dakota | 410 | $49,140 | $23.62 | |
| Tennessee | 2,100 | $45,280 | $21.77 | |
| Texas | 9,150 | $52,690 | $25.33 | |
| Utah | 810 | $60,380 | $29.03 | |
| Vermont | 120 | $53,550 | $25.75 | |
| Virginia | 1,430 | $57,070 | $27.44 | |
| Washington | 1,530 | $70,430 | $33.86 | |
| West Virginia | 760 | $55,910 | $26.88 | |
| Wisconsin | 1,340 | $61,010 | $29.33 | |
| Wyoming | 300 | $48,320 | $23.23 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that generally prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers engaged in a wide variety of projects. Includes instruction in various engineering support functions for research, production, and operations, and applications to specific engineering specialties.
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of architects, engineers and planners engaged in designing and developing buildings, urban complexes, and related systems. Includes instruction in design testing procedures, building site analysis, model building and computer graphics, engineering drawing, structural systems testing, analysis of prototype mechanical and interior systems, test equipment operation and maintenance, and report preparation.
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of civil engineers engaged in designing and executing public works projects such as highways, dams, bridges, tunnels and other facilities. Includes instruction in site analysis, structural testing procedures, field and laboratory testing procedures, plan and specification preparation, test equipment operation and maintenance, and report preparation.
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers, engineering contractors and other professionals engaged in the construction of buildings and related structures. Includes instruction in basic structural engineering principles and construction techniques, building site inspection, site supervision, construction personnel supervision, plan and specification interpretation, supply logistics and procurement, applicable building codes, and report preparation.
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to residential and commercial building construction and remodeling. Includes instruction in construction equipment and safety; site preparation and layout; construction estimating; blueprint reading; building codes; framing; masonry; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; electrical and mechanical systems; interior and exterior finishing; and plumbing.
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$58,000 per yearNational average salaryDecliningJob growth rate
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Associate's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as civil engineering technologists and technicians.
- Less than high school 4%
- High school graduate 24%
- College dropout 31%
- Associate’s degree 20%
- Bachelor’s degree 17%
- Master’s degree 3%
- Doctorate degree 1%
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