As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Corrosion Maintenance Technician III in the United States is $98,489. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $90,907 to $108,699, with most professionals earning between $84,004 and $117,994.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $108,699 | $9,058 | $2,090 | $52 |
| Average | $98,489 | $8,207 | $1,894 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,907 | $7,576 | $1,748 | $44 |
An entry-level Corrosion Maintenance Technician III with less than 1 year of experience earns about $93,835. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $94,393. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $97,186. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $100,947, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $102,902.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Corrosion Maintenance Technician III | $93,835 |
| Intermediate Level Corrosion Maintenance Technician III | $94,393 |
| Senior Level Corrosion Maintenance Technician III | $97,186 |
| Specialist Level Corrosion Maintenance Technician III | $100,947 |
| Expert Level Corrosion Maintenance Technician III | $102,902 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 1% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 4% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Corrosion Maintenance Technician III compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $75,611 in 2023 to approximately $74,638 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Corrosion Maintenance Technician III salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $98,489 | 66.7% | ||
| Bonus | $7,882 | 5.3% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $8,137 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,255 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $1,064 | 0.7% | ||
| Healthcare | $7,986 | 5.4% | ||
| Pension | $6,808 | 4.6% | ||
| Time Off | $13,092 | 8.9% | ||
| Total Compensation | $147,713 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $98,489. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $47; the average weekly pay of Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $1,894; the average monthly pay of Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $8,207.
A Corrosion Maintenance Technician III's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Corrosion Maintenance Technician III earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $123,604.
The highest pay for Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $117,994.
The lowest pay for Corrosion Maintenance Technician III is $84,004.
Corrosion Maintenance Technician III tests, monitors, installs and maintains cathodic protection systems used to control corrosion on pipelines, tanks, and other structures. Follow SOP to conduct surveys, collect data and measurements, and prepare documentation and sketches of sites. Being a Corrosion Maintenance Technician III reads and interprets maps, GPS data, drawings, and specifications used to install cathodic protection systems and equipment. Inspects, repairs, tests, and troubleshoots systems and equipment in the field. Additionally, Corrosion Maintenance Technician III follows all required safety and compliance procedures. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Corrosion Maintenance Technician III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Corrosion Maintenance Technician III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
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