Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician in the United States is $53,131 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,237
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,589 to $58,421
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,453
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Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $58,421 $4,868 $1,123 $28
Average $53,131 $4,428 $1,022 $26
25th Percentile $48,589 $4,049 $934 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salaries

An Electromechanical Maintenance 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.

How Do Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Electromechanical Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $58,827.
  • California: $58,604.
  • Massachusetts: $57,823.

Top Paying Cities for Electromechanical Maintenance 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: $67,014
  • San Francisco: $66,281
  • Oakland: $64,884

What Skills Can Increase an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 9.34% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 3.02% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
  • Customer Support (Mentioned in 1.6% Job Postings): Customer support is a range of customer services to assist customers in making cost effective and correct use of a product. It includes assistance in planning, installation, training, troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrading, and disposal of a product. Regarding technology products such as mobile phones, televisions, computers, software products or other electronic or mechanical goods, it is termed technical support. Customer support is considered as one of the main data channels for customer satisfaction research and a way to increase customer retention.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 9.34%
Hydraulics 3.02%
Customer Support 1.6%
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 an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician's salary.
  • Instructing: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Electrical Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Customer Support: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Instructing
$65,883
24%
Electrical Engineering
$64,289
21%
Customer Support
$60,038
13%
Data Quality
$58,976
11%
Coordination
$58,976
11%
Customer Relationship
$58,444
10%
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Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electromechanical Maintenance Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Electromechanical Maintenance Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electromechanical Maintenance Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$63,757$31.020%
Software & Networking$63,757$31.020%
Financial Services$61,101$29.015%
Internet$58,444$28.010%
Telecom$58,444$28.010%

How Education impacts an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Electromechanical Maintenance Technicians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $50,192 and $53,993).

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Electromechanical Maintenance Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 42.9%
High School 42.9%
Associates 44.9%
Bachelors 10.2%
Masters 2.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electromechanical Maintenance 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 Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Salaries for an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,575 in 2023 to around $43,653 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Electromechanical Maintenance Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Electromechanical Maintenance Technician Over Time

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2023
$45,575
2024
$44,784
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2024 $44,784
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  • Key Property Management Services

    Columbus, OH

    Key Property Management Services | Columbus, OH

    Summary:The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the overall maintenance of the apartment complex including the co working knowledge of HVAC systems, ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU

    Columbus, OH

    Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU | Columbus, OH

    Job Overview We are seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team.In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensurin... more

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  • Scioto Country Club

    Columbus, OH

    Scioto Country Club | Columbus, OH

    Scioto Country Club is recognized as one of the top 25 country clubs in the United States and is one of five country clubs to have hosted five different ma... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Harbor Group Management Company

    Columbus, OH

    Harbor Group Management Company | Columbus, OH

    Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. As we continue to grow, we are looking for p... more

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  • Trinity Health

    Columbus, OH

    Trinity Health | Columbus, OH

    Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:First shift / Wednesday thru Saturday / Four 10-hour shifts / 0500-1530Position Purpose:In accordance w... more

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  • Westlake Chemical Corporation

    Columbus, OH

    Westlake Chemical Corporation | Columbus, OH

    Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' li... more

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FAQ about Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Electromechanical Maintenance Technician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Electromechanical Maintenance Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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