Draftsman Salary in San Jose, California

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How much does a Draftsman make in San Jose, CA? The average Draftsman salary in San Jose, CA is $126,306 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $114,043 and $138,995. 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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CAD/ Draftsman with Security Clearance
People, Technology and Processes LLC - SPARTA , WI
Description Position Title: CAD/Draftsman Location: Fort McCoy, WI Clearance level: Secret Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): * Provide configur
- 1 day ago
Jr Programmer Draftsman with Security Clearance
Alutiiq, LLC - COLORADO SPRINGS , CO
Alutiiq Solutions, LLC is excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Jr Programmer Draftsman professional to join our team and support the groundb
- 2 days ago
Sr. Designer / Draftsman (4774) with Security Clearance
Three Saints Bay - PANAMA CITY , FL
GVI Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a Sr. Designer / Draftsman in Panama City, FL
- 2 days ago
SR DESIGNER/DRAFTSMAN - (703) with Security Clearance
EPS Corporation - PANAMA CITY BEACH , FL
EPS Corporation is seeking a Sr Designer/Draftsman with five years' experience in developing designs for complex engineering systems, structure and components
- 2 days ago
CAD Draftsman
Brewco Marketing Group - CENTRAL CITY , KY
Position. CAD Operator / Draftsman / Draftswoman. Supervisor. Creative Director. Job Description. Under the supervision of the Creative Director, the CAD Operat
- 3 days ago
Certified Land Surveyor and Draftsman
Bradford Jacobs - PENSACOLA , FL
Bradford Jacobs is assisting an AI drone solutions company helping business customers improve mission-critical business operations. Since 2017, the company has
- 1 day ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Draftsman in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Draftsman ranges from $114,043 to $138,995 with the average base salary of $126,306. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $116,929 to $145,352 with the average total cash compensation of $130,404.

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About San Jose, California    San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, th....More

San Jose, California  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

Draftsman Salary in popular cities: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco

Skills associated with Draftsman: Design

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