Plc Controls Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Plc Controls Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plc Controls Technician in the United States is $59,156 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Plc Controls Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,633
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,316 to $64,640
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,089
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Plc Controls Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $64,640 $5,387 $1,243 $31
Average $59,156 $4,930 $1,138 $28
25th Percentile $52,316 $4,360 $1,006 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Plc Controls Technician Salaries

A Plc Controls 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 Plc Controls Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Plc Controls 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): $54,131
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $60,581
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,200
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,492
  • Expert (over 8 years): $87,456
Levels Salary
Accounts ... Level Plc Controls Technician$54,131
Plc Contr... Level Plc Controls Technician$60,581
Accounts ... Level Plc Controls Technician$67,200
Accounts ... Level Plc Controls Technician$71,492
Accounts ... Level Plc Controls Technician$87,456
$54,131 0 yr
$60,581 < 2 yrs
$67,200 2-4 yrs
$71,492 5-8 yrs
$87,456 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Plc Controls 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:

  • San Jose: $74,614
  • San Francisco: $73,797
  • Oakland: $72,242

What Skills Can Increase a Plc Controls Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Purchasing (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Purchasing refers to a business or organization attempting to acquire goods or services to accomplish its goals. Although there are several organizations that attempt to set standards in the purchasing process, processes can vary greatly between organizations. Typically the word “purchasing” is not used interchangeably with the word “procurement”, since procurement typically includes expediting, supplier quality, and transportation and logistics (T&L) in addition to purchasing.
  • Accounting Software (Mentioned in 0.94% Job Postings): Accounting software makes it easier for business owners to manage financial procedures, performing financial tasks correctly and quickly.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 2.33%
Purchasing 1.62%
Accounting Software 0.94%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Plc Controls Technician's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Procurement: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$60,931
3%
Dedication
$60,931
3%
Procurement
$60,931
3%
Process Improvement
$60,339
2%
Oracle
$60,339
2%
Collaboration
$60,339
2%
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Plc Controls Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Plc Controls Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Plc Controls Technician positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Plc Controls Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Plc Controls Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Telecom$94,650$46.060%
Retail & Wholesale$88,734$43.050%
MFG Nondurable$85,776$41.045%
Media$82,819$40.040%
Insurance$76,903$37.030%

Plc Controls Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Plc Controls 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

Salary Trends for Plc Controls Technician

Salaries for a Plc Controls Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $63,557 in 2023 to around $62,289 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Plc Controls Technician salary trends, .

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$62,840
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FAQ about Plc Controls Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Plc Controls Technician?

The Telecom industry offers the highest average compensation for Plc Controls Technician roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

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