Assistant Field Technician Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Field Technician make in California? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Field Technician in California is $83,566 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Assistant Field Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,513
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,745 to $92,960
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,713

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Field Technician Salaries

An Assistant Field Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Field Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Field Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,928
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $81,870
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,523
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,915
  • Expert (over 8 years): $86,176
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Field Technician less than 1 year $79,928
Early Career Level Assistant Field Technician 1-2 years $81,870
Mid-Level Level Assistant Field Technician 2-4 years $85,523
Senior-Level Level Assistant Field Technician 5-8 years $85,915
Expert Level Assistant Field Technician over 8 years $86,176

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Field Technician

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $83,710
  • West Hollywood: $83,650
  • Dodgertown: $83,710

Assistant Field Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Field Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Field Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Field Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Field Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $104,458 $50.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $91,923 $44.0 10%
Software & Networking $91,923 $44.0 10%
Healthcare $87,745 $42.0 5%

Assistant Field Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Field Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$74,745
Average $83,566/year
$92,960
$6,229
Average $6,964/month
$7,747
$1,437
Average $1,607/week
$1,788
$36
Average $40/hour
$45
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $92,960 $7,747 $1,788 $45
Average $83,566 $6,964 $1,607 $40
25th Percentile $74,745 $6,229 $1,437 $36

Find Your Next Assistant Field Technician Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Assistant Field Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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