13. Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
Average pay: $39,690
These workers are among the people who should be very careful when doing their job because they are dealing mostly with toxic chemicals. They are responsible for the identification and disposal of asbestos, lead, and radioactive wastes. 40 hours of training, plus a high school diploma is usually required. There are also states requiring them to have licenses and permits.
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