Physical Science Technician (Seasonal)
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- Is it real? Listed on USAJOBS, the U.S. government's job site; JoRoute confirmed it 34 minutes ago. · checked by JoRoute
- What it asks: The posting lists no clear requirements; read it in full below. · employer's own words
- Check before applying: Pay about $53k a year, 26% below the typical $72k in Washington. El Portal, California · Mammoth Lakes, California. "The primary purpose of the Physical Science Technician is to perform technical field and laboratory work in support of physical science monitoring, research, and resource manageme…" · pay compared by JoRoute
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- Job type
- Other
- Department
- Department of the Interior
- Salary
- USD 20–31 per hour (as published by the source)
- Posted
- 2026-11-09
- Applications close
- 2026-11-16 · Closes in 7 days
Description
The primary purpose of the Physical Science Technician is to perform technical field and laboratory work in support of physical science monitoring, research, and resource management programs, including the collection, processing, analysis, and management of scientific data and samples. Likely Entry on Duty: May - August 2027 Open to the first 250 applicants.

