How much does a Technician make in the United States?
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The average Technician salary in the United States is $53,206 as of April 27, 2020. The range for our most popular Technician positions (listed below) typically falls between $31,546 and $74,867. Keep in mind that salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including position, education, certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Technician's Annual Base Salary
| Job Title | Salary | Hourly Rate | Location | Date Updated |
| Testing Technician | $53,755 | $25.84 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Manufacturing Technician I | $36,690 | $17.64 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Mechanic Technician II | $50,085 | $24.08 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Manufacturing Technician III | $60,291 | $28.99 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Instrument Technician II | $61,281 | $29.46 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Mechanic Technician I | $44,238 | $21.27 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Installation & Maintenance Technician | $57,163 | $27.48 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Manufacturing Technician II | $49,309 | $23.71 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Mechanic Technician III | $59,167 | $28.45 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
| Testing Technician, Sr. | $64,182 | $30.86 | United States | April 27, 2020 |
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Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results. Records data from testing in standard formats and provides results to product and engineering teams. Assists technical teams with recommendations to resolve testing problems, roadblocks or equipment malfunctions that impact the performance or validity of testing. Requires knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Testing Technician SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Equipment Testing Technician, Product Test Engineering Support Technician, Testing Technician
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Operates production equipment; responsible for manufacturing and assembly of clinical and commercial products. Follows blueprints, guidelines and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met. Maintains required records of production and reports any inconsistencies or equipment issues following standard procedures. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Manufacturing Technician I SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Entry Manufacturing Technician, Production Technician I, Manufacturing Technician I
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Maintains and services mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. Performs skilled repair services of mechanical, electrical, and building systems and equipment. Conducts periodic inspections to evaluate requests for repair. Identifies parts needed for replacement and places orders as necessary. Completes all work in accordance with established safety procedures. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Mechanic Technician II SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Mechanic Technician, Experienced, Mechanical Equipment Technician II, Mechanic Technician II
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Operates production equipment; responsible for manufacturing and assembly of clinical and commercial products. Follows blueprints, guidelines and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met. Maintains required records of production and reports any inconsistencies or equipment issues following standard procedures. Troubleshoots problems and makes necessary adjustments to equipment set ups. May conduct testing of production output. May train and mentor new technicians. Typically requires an associate degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. View Manufacturing Technician III SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Production Technician III, Senior Manufacturing Technician, Manufacturing Technician III
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Tests and repairs instrumentation systems utilized by production equipment to ensure adherence to established performance levels and product quality. Evaluates instruments to establish plans for repair. Documents and verifies problems and actions taken. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Instrument Technician II SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Intermediate Instrument Technician, Production Instrumentation Technician II, Instrument Technician IICategory : Skilled and Trades
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Maintains and services mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. Performs skilled repair services of mechanical, electrical, and building systems and equipment. Conducts periodic inspections to evaluate requests for repair. Identifies parts needed for replacement and places orders as necessary. Completes all work in accordance with established safety procedures. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. View Mechanic Technician I SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Mechanic Technician, Entry, Mechanical Equipment Technician I, Mechanic Technician I
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Installs, maintains, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs switches, cables, and other telecommunications equipment in the field to ensure optimum network usage and quality. Documents and verifies equipment problems and repairs. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Installation & Maintenance Technician SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Intermediate Installation & Maintenance Technician, Telecommunication Equipment Technician, Installation & Maintenance Technician
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Operates production equipment; responsible for manufacturing and assembly of clinical and commercial products. Follows blueprints, guidelines and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met. Maintains required records of production and reports any inconsistencies or equipment issues following standard procedures. May assist with testing of production output. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Manufacturing Technician II SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Intermediate Manufacturing Technician, Production Technician II, Manufacturing Technician II
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Maintains and services mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. Performs skilled repair services of mechanical, electrical, and building systems and equipment. Conducts periodic inspections to evaluate requests for repair. Identifies parts needed for replacement and places orders as necessary. Completes all work in accordance with established safety procedures. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Mechanic Technician III SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Mechanic Technician, Senior, Mechanical Equipment Technician III, Mechanic Technician III
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Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results. Records data from testing in standard formats and provides results to product and engineering teams. Assists technical teams with recommendations to resolve testing problems, roadblocks or equipment malfunctions that impact the performance or validity of testing. May recommend changes in testing methods or equipment changes. Requires knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Testing Technician, Sr. SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Equipment Testing Senior Technician, Product Test Engineering Senior Support Technician, Testing Technician, Sr.