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Geothermal Technicians
Summary Occupational Forecast Data for Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
Employment Employment Change Average Annual Job Openings Wage & Training Levels
2020 2025 Numerical Percent New Jobs Replacement Jobs Total Median Hourly Median Annual Training Levels
2,607 2,745 138 5.29% 28 303 331 $20.93 $43,540 High school diploma or equivalent
Description: Perform technical activities at power plants or individual installations necessary for the generation of power from geothermal energy sources. Monitor and control operating activities at geothermal power generation facilities and perform maintenance and repairs as necessary. Install, test, and maintain residential and commercial geothermal heat pumps.
Forecast Data Source: EMSI (4th Quarter 2023)

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