Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000Overview
Asbestos abatement technicians, also known as asbestos removal technicians, assist with the removal of asbestos-containing materials from buildings (or coat and seal asbestos to eliminate exposure). Asbestos, now recognized as a hazardous material when released into the air, was once widely used in wall insulation, paint, pipes, ceiling tiles, and other building materials because of its fire-retardant properties. There are approximately 46,200 hazardous materials removal workers in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Some Postsecondary TrainingCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Conventional
Hands On
Technical
Career Ladder
Asbestos Abatement Contractor or Asbestos Building Inspector
Asbestos Abatement Technician
Journeyman
Apprentice
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