What are the main factors that influence a Building Maintenance Technician III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Building Maintenance Technician III?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Building Maintenance Technician III roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Building Maintenance Technician 's salary?

A Building Maintenance Technician 's salary grows with experience: a Building Maintenance Technician I (0-1 years)earns $45,006, a Building Maintenance Technician II (1-3 years)earns $52,161, a Building Maintenance Technician III (3-5 years)earns $57,757, a Building Maintenance Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $63,571,

What are the highest paying states for a Building Maintenance Technician III?

Building Maintenance Technician III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Building Maintenance Technician III roles are District of Columbia $63,200, California $63,000, Massachusetts $62,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Building Maintenance Technician roles make?

Salaries for Building Maintenance Technician level roles vary by specialization: Building & Grounds Maintenance Supervisor III: $87,800; Building and Grounds Supervisor III: $87,718; Production Maintenance Technician III: $70,842; HVAC Maintenance Technician III: $67,560; Building Maintenance Technician IV: $62,800.

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Building Maintenance Technician III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Building Maintenance Technician III make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Building Maintenance Technician III in Delaware is $57,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Building Maintenance Technician III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,409
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,200 to $64,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,101

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Building Maintenance Technician III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,400	$5,367	$1,238	$31
Average	$57,800	$4,817	$1,112	$28
25th Percentile	$52,200	$4,350	$1,004	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Building Maintenance Technician III Salaries

A Building Maintenance Technician III'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 Building Maintenance Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Building Maintenance Technician III'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:

Building Maintenance Technician I (0-1 years): $45,006
Building Maintenance Technician II (1-3 years): $52,161
Building Maintenance Technician III (3-5 years): $57,757
Building Maintenance Technician IV (5-7 years): $63,571

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Building Maintenance Technician I	0-1 years	$45,006
Building Maintenance Technician II	1-3 years	$52,161
Building Maintenance Technician III	3-5 years	$57,757
Building Maintenance Technician IV	5-7 years	$63,571

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How Do Building Maintenance Technician III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Building Maintenance Technician IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,200.
California: $63,000.
Massachusetts: $62,100.

District of Columbia $63,200 California $63,000 Massachusetts $62,100 Washington $61,900 New Jersey $61,900 Alaska $61,800 Connecticut $61,000 New York $60,700

Hawaii $59,700 Rhode Island $59,200 Maryland $58,900 Minnesota $58,400 Colorado $58,200 Illinois $58,200 Oregon $58,000 Delaware $57,800

New Hampshire $57,700 Virginia $57,500 Pennsylvania $56,800 Nevada $56,500 North Dakota $56,400 Michigan $56,200 Wisconsin $56,200 Vermont $56,000

Maine $55,700 Texas $55,700 Arizona $55,600 Ohio $55,600 Georgia $55,100 Indiana $54,800 Wyoming $54,700 Utah $54,700

Iowa $54,600 Kansas $54,400 Louisiana $54,300 Missouri $54,200 North Carolina $54,200 Florida $54,000 Montana $53,900 Nebraska $53,800

Kentucky $53,700 South Carolina $53,500 Tennessee $53,300 Idaho $53,300 New Mexico $52,900 Oklahoma $52,800 Alabama $52,400 South Dakota $51,900

Arkansas $51,600 West Virginia $51,400 Mississippi $50,900

Top Paying Cities for Building Maintenance Technician IIIs

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:

Lincoln: $57,500
Little Creek: $58,000
Magnolia: $57,900

Lincoln, DE $57,500 Little Creek, DE $58,000 Magnolia, DE $57,900 Milford, DE $57,700 Marydel, DE $57,800 Millsboro, DE $57,300 Millville, DE $57,400 Milton, DE $57,500

Nassau, DE $57,500 Ocean View, DE $57,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,500 Seaford, DE $57,500 Selbyville, DE $57,300 Smyrna, DE $58,000 Viola, DE $57,700 Woodside, DE $57,900

Bear, DE $57,800 Newark, DE $57,700 Claymont, DE $57,900 Delaware City, DE $57,800 Hockessin, DE $57,700 Kirkwood, DE $57,800 Middletown, DE $57,800 Montchanin, DE $57,700

New Castle, DE $57,800 Odessa, DE $57,800 Port Penn, DE $57,900 Rockland, DE $57,800 Saint Georges, DE $57,800 Townsend, DE $57,900 Winterthur, DE $57,800 Lewes, DE $57,500

Wilmington, DE $57,700 Dover, DE $58,000 Dover Afb, DE $57,700 Bethany Beach, DE $57,300 Bethel, DE $57,400 Bridgeville, DE $57,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,800 Cheswold, DE $57,900

Clayton, DE $58,000 Dagsboro, DE $57,300 Delmar, DE $57,200 Ellendale, DE $57,400 Felton, DE $57,700 Fenwick Island, DE $57,300 Frankford, DE $57,200 Frederica, DE $57,700

Georgetown, DE $57,300 Greenwood, DE $57,500 Harbeson, DE $57,300 Harrington, DE $57,600 Hartly, DE $57,800 Houston, DE $57,500 Kenton, DE $58,000 Laurel, DE $57,200

Yorklyn, DE $57,800

Building Maintenance Technician III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Building Maintenance Technician III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $64,704. While startup companies pay approximate $54,738.

Building Maintenance Technician III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$54,738
Growth Stage	51~500	$57,892
Established	501~5000	$62,483
Enterprise	5000+	$64,704

Building Maintenance Technician III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Building Maintenance Technician III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Building Maintenance Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Building Maintenance Technician III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Building Maintenance Technician III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$72,250	$35.0	25%
Software & Networking	$69,360	$33.0	20%
Healthcare	$66,470	$32.0	15%
Financial Services	$63,580	$31.0	10%
Insurance	$63,580	$31.0	10%

Building Maintenance Technician III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Building Maintenance Technician III'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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$52,200

Average $57,800/year

$64,400

$4,350

Average $4,817/month

$5,367

$1,004

Average $1,112/week

$1,238

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,400	$5,367	$1,238	$31
Average	$57,800	$4,817	$1,112	$28
25th Percentile	$52,200	$4,350	$1,004	$25

Building Maintenance Technician III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Building Maintenance Technician III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Building Maintenance Technician IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $63,600 - a projected growth of 10% over your current level.

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