Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician in the United States is $55,640 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,028
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,828 to $63,171
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,626
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View as table View as graph 25% $48,828 10% $42,626 90% $70,028 75% $63,171 $55,640 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $63,171 $5,264 $1,215 $30
Average $55,640 $4,637 $1,070 $27
25th Percentile $48,828 $4,069 $939 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Salaries

A Heavy Equipment Shop 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 Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Heavy Equipment Shop 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): $55,086
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $65,911
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,015
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,819
  • Expert (over 8 years): $96,846
Levels Salary
Heavy Equ... Level Heavy Equipment Shop Technician$55,086
Shop Serv... Level Heavy Equipment Shop Technician$65,911
Shop Serv... Level Heavy Equipment Shop Technician$74,015
Shop Serv... Level Heavy Equipment Shop Technician$88,819
Shop Serv... Level Heavy Equipment Shop Technician$96,846
$55,086 0 yr
$65,911 < 2 yrs
$74,015 2-4 yrs
$88,819 5-8 yrs
$96,846 > 8 yrs
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How Do Heavy Equipment Shop 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 Heavy Equipment Shop Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $61,604.
  • California: $61,371.
  • Massachusetts: $60,553.

Top Paying Cities for Heavy Equipment Shop 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: $70,178
  • San Francisco: $69,410
  • Oakland: $67,947

What Skills Can Increase a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.62% 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.
  • Schematic (Mentioned in 1.96% Job Postings): A schematic, or schematic diagram, is a representation of the elements of a system using abstract, graphic symbols rather than realistic pictures.
  • Mechanical Aptitude (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Mechanical aptitude is a measure of a technical or engineering candidate's mechanical reasoning and mechanical comprehension to succeed in their domain.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.62%
Schematic 1.96%
Mechanical Aptitude 1.51%
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 Heavy Equipment Shop Technician's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Technical Support: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$59,535
7%
Technical Support
$58,422
5%
Verbal Communication
$57,309
3%
Technical Services
$57,309
3%
Calibration
$57,309
3%
Troubleshooting
$57,309
3%
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Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Heavy Equipment Shop Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Transportation sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Heavy Equipment Shop Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Heavy Equipment Shop Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$66,768$32.020%
Transportation$66,768$32.020%
MFG Nondurable$63,986$31.015%
Aerospace & Defense$61,204$29.010%
Construction$58,422$28.05%

Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Heavy Equipment Shop 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 Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Salaries for a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,882 in 2023 to around $45,442 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Heavy Equipment Shop Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Heavy Equipment Shop Technician Over Time

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2023
$45,882
2024
$46,007
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FAQ about Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Heavy Equipment Shop Technician?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Heavy Equipment Shop Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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