Instrument Technician III Salary in the United States

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Instrument Technician III Salary

How much does an Instrument Technician III make in the United States? The average Instrument Technician III salary in the United States is $78,373 as of May 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $68,251 and $92,053. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Job Description for Instrument Technician III

Instrument Technician III assembles, installs, tests, and calibrates electrical wiring control panels and associated components used for manufacturing systems, automotive equipment, or other devices. Follows blueprints, bill of materials, schematics, or piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID). Being an Instrument Technician III selects, measures, and prepares electrical wiring or coaxial cabling. Connects wiring and labels to panels. Additionally, Instrument Technician III performs instrument startup, calibration, functional, and safety testing. Requires a high school diploma or graduation from a technical or trade school. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Instrument Technician III independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be an Instrument Technician III typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Instrument Technician III Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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