What are the main factors that influence a Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change A Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician's salary?

A Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $49,004 for beginners, reaching about $52,323 at mid-level, and approach $53,121 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician?

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician roles are District of Columbia $54,800, California $54,600, Massachusetts $53,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician roles make?

Salaries for Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician level roles vary by specialization: Construction Equipment Maintenance Manager: $103,600; Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technician: $90,440; Construction Equipment Operator IV: $77,500; Construction Equipment Senior Maintenance Technician: $63,300; Construction Equipment Operator III: $58,500.

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Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician in Delaware is $50,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,900 to $56,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,255

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Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,900	$4,742	$1,094	$27
Average	$50,100	$4,175	$963	$24
25th Percentile	$43,900	$3,658	$844	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salaries

A Construction Equipment Maintenance 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 Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Equipment Maintenance 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): $49,004
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,129
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,323
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,623
Expert (over 8 years): $53,121

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician	$49,004
Intermediate Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician	$50,129
Senior Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician	$52,323
Specialist Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician	$52,623
Expert Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician	$53,121

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How Do Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician 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 Construction Equipment Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,800.
California: $54,600.
Massachusetts: $53,800.

District of Columbia $54,800 California $54,600 Massachusetts $53,800 Washington $53,700 New Jersey $53,600 Alaska $53,600 Connecticut $52,900 New York $52,600

Hawaii $51,700 Rhode Island $51,300 Maryland $51,000 Minnesota $50,600 Colorado $50,500 Illinois $50,400 Oregon $50,300 Delaware $50,100

New Hampshire $50,000 Virginia $49,800 Pennsylvania $49,300 Nevada $49,000 North Dakota $48,900 Michigan $48,700 Wisconsin $48,700 Vermont $48,600

Texas $48,300 Ohio $48,200 Maine $48,200 Arizona $48,200 Georgia $47,700 Indiana $47,500 Wyoming $47,500 Utah $47,400

Iowa $47,400 Kansas $47,100 Louisiana $47,100 North Carolina $47,000 Missouri $47,000 Florida $46,800 Montana $46,700 Nebraska $46,600

Kentucky $46,600 South Carolina $46,400 Tennessee $46,200 Idaho $46,200 New Mexico $45,800 Oklahoma $45,800 Alabama $45,500 South Dakota $45,000

Arkansas $44,700 West Virginia $44,600 Mississippi $44,100

Top Paying Cities for Construction Equipment Maintenance Technicians

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: $49,900
Little Creek: $50,300
Magnolia: $50,200

Lincoln, DE $49,900 Little Creek, DE $50,300 Magnolia, DE $50,200 Milford, DE $50,000 Marydel, DE $50,100 Millsboro, DE $49,700 Millville, DE $49,800 Milton, DE $49,800

Nassau, DE $49,900 Ocean View, DE $49,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,800 Seaford, DE $49,900 Selbyville, DE $49,700 Smyrna, DE $50,300 Viola, DE $50,100 Woodside, DE $50,200

Bear, DE $50,100 Newark, DE $50,100 Claymont, DE $50,200 Delaware City, DE $50,100 Hockessin, DE $50,100 Kirkwood, DE $50,100 Middletown, DE $50,100 Montchanin, DE $50,100

New Castle, DE $50,100 Odessa, DE $50,100 Port Penn, DE $50,200 Rockland, DE $50,100 Saint Georges, DE $50,100 Townsend, DE $50,200 Winterthur, DE $50,100 Lewes, DE $49,900

Wilmington, DE $50,100 Dover, DE $50,300 Dover Afb, DE $50,000 Bethany Beach, DE $49,700 Bethel, DE $49,700 Bridgeville, DE $49,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,100 Cheswold, DE $50,200

Clayton, DE $50,200 Dagsboro, DE $49,700 Delmar, DE $49,600 Ellendale, DE $49,700 Felton, DE $50,000 Fenwick Island, DE $49,700 Frankford, DE $49,600 Frederica, DE $50,100

Georgetown, DE $49,600 Greenwood, DE $49,900 Harbeson, DE $49,700 Harrington, DE $49,900 Hartly, DE $50,100 Houston, DE $49,900 Kenton, DE $50,200 Laurel, DE $49,600

Yorklyn, DE $50,100

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $54,893. While startup companies pay approximate $46,329.

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$46,329
Growth Stage	51~500	$49,026
Established	501~5000	$52,981
Enterprise	5000+	$54,893

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Equipment Maintenance 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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$43,900

Average $50,100/year

$56,900

$3,658

Average $4,175/month

$4,742

$844

Average $963/week

$1,094

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,900	$4,742	$1,094	$27
Average	$50,100	$4,175	$963	$24
25th Percentile	$43,900	$3,658	$844	$21

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Heavy Equipment Service Technician II	$66,100	32%
Hydraulic Equipment Maintenance Senior Technician	$66,100	32%
Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician	$75,000	50%
Construction Equipment Senior Maintenance Technician	$64,100	28%

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