Construction Field Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Field Technician make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Field Technician in the United States is $79,271 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,463
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,036 to $90,887
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,538
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Construction Field Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $90,887 $7,574 $1,748 $44
Average $79,271 $6,606 $1,524 $38
25th Percentile $71,036 $5,920 $1,366 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Field Technician Salaries

A Construction Field 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Construction Field 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: $99,985
  • San Francisco: $99,002
  • Oakland: $96,806

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Field Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 5.21% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Equipment Operation (Mentioned in 3.69% Job Postings): This is skilled and unskilled work in the operation of mechanical tools and light to heavy equipment used in maintenance and construction or on the grounds of state properties or facilities and routine maintenance of that equipment.
  • Public Works (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): Public works are a broad category of infrastructure projects, financed and constructed by the government, for recreational, employment, and health and safety uses in the greater community.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 5.21%
Equipment Operation 3.69%
Public Works 2.37%
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 Construction Field Technician's salary.
  • Waste Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Waste Management
$83,235
5%
Time Management
$83,235
5%
Written Communication
$81,650
3%
Analysis
$81,650
3%
Coordination
$80,857
2%
Standard Operating Procedures
$80,857
2%
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How Education impacts a Construction Field Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Field Technicians enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Field Technician with a No Diploma is between $69,226 and $76,768).

Construction Field Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Field Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 81.7%
Associates 8.4%
Bachelors 4.6%
Masters 1.1%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Construction Field Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Field 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 March 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Construction Field Technician

Salaries for a Construction Field Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,840 in 2023 to around $65,657 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Field Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Construction Field Technician Over Time

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2023
$65,840
2024
$66,247
2025
$65,657
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2023 $65,840
2024 $66,247
2025 $65,657
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Most common benefits for Construction Field Technician

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