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Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary in Texas

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician in Texas is $48,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,718
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,300 to $54,800
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,837
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Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $54,800 $4,567 $1,054 $26
Average $48,300 $4,025 $929 $23
25th Percentile $42,300 $3,525 $813 $20
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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): $47,199
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $48,282
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,396
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $50,684
  • Expert (over 8 years): $51,165
Levels Salary
Entry Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician$47,199
Intermediate Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician$48,282
Senior Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician$50,396
Specialist Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician$50,684
Expert Level Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician$51,165
$47,199 0 yr
$48,282 < 2 yrs
$50,396 2-4 yrs
$50,684 5-8 yrs
$51,165 > 8 yrs
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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:

  • Waka: $44,000
  • Hillsboro: $45,300
  • Austin: $49,000

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 $52,921. While startup companies pay approximate $44,664.

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$44,664
Growth Stage51~500$47,265
Established501~5000$51,078
Enterprise5000+$52,921

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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 $63,700 32%
Hydraulic Equipment Maintenance Senior Technician $63,700 32%
Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician $72,300 50%
Construction Equipment Senior Maintenance Technician $61,700 28%

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