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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Iowa is $67,133 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.
However, an Industrial Maintenance Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Industrial Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $74,629 | $6,219 | $1,435 | $36 |
| Average | $67,133 | $5,594 | $1,291 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $61,035 | $5,086 | $1,174 | $29 |
Aerotek - Cedar Rapids, IA
NOLIN MILLING INC. - Dickens, IA
BHS Corrugated & Robotics - Waterloo, IA
CENTRAL PROCESSING Corp. - Iowa City, IA
An Industrial 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial Maintenance 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Productio... Level Industrial Maintenance Technician | $47,235 |
| Productio... Level Industrial Maintenance Technician | $54,260 |
| Industria... Level Industrial Maintenance Technician | $66,582 |
| Productio... Level Industrial Maintenance Technician | $85,894 |
| Productio... Level Industrial Maintenance Technician | $101,397 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Industrial Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Industrial Maintenance Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 37% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Maintenance Technician positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Maintenance Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $77,203 | $37.0 | 15% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $77,203 | $37.0 | 15% |
| Insurance | $75,189 | $36.0 | 12% |
| Business Services | $73,847 | $36.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $73,847 | $36.0 | 10% |
Understanding how an Industrial 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $74,629 | $6,219 | $1,435 | $36 |
| Average | $67,133 | $5,594 | $1,291 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $61,035 | $5,086 | $1,174 | $29 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Industrial Maintenance Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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