Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Technician in California is $91,240 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.
However, a Lead Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Smart Recruiting
AI Onboarding
Lead Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $102,598 | $8,550 | $1,973 | $49 |
| Average | $91,240 | $7,603 | $1,755 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,034 | $6,753 | $1,558 | $39 |
Voda Cleaning & Restoration - Fair Oaks, CA
Ever - Tustin, CA
Caltek Technologies - Ontario, CA
Ever - Costa Mesa, CA
A Lead 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 a Lead 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 |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Lead Technician | $86,564 |
| Intermediate Level Lead Technician | $87,025 |
| Senior Level Lead Technician | $88,561 |
| Specialist Level Lead Technician | $90,405 |
| Expert Level Lead Technician | $93,244 |
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 Lead 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 Lead 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 Energy & Utilities and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Lead Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $109,488 | $53.0 | 20% |
| Insurance | $104,926 | $50.0 | 15% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $100,364 | $48.0 | 10% |
| Biotechnology | $100,364 | $48.0 | 10% |
| Internet | $100,364 | $48.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Lead 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 | $102,598 | $8,550 | $1,973 | $49 |
| Average | $91,240 | $7,603 | $1,755 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,034 | $6,753 | $1,558 | $39 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Lead Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Ever
Santa Ana, CA
Ever | Santa Ana, CA
Job Description. Job Description. About the Job. Role: Lead Technician. Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite). Employment Type: Full-Time. Salary: $55-$60 per Hour... more
8 Days Ago
Ever
Fullerton, CA
Ever | Fullerton, CA
Job Description. Job Description. About the Job. Role: Lead Technician. Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite). Employment Type: Full-Time. Salary: $55-$60 per Hour... more
8 Days Ago
Visions Audio Video, Inc.
Moorpark, CA
Visions Audio Video, Inc. | Moorpark, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. Competitive salary. Free uniforms. Opportunity for advancement. Paid time off. Job Summary. Works with other in... more
8 Days Ago
Career Strategies - San Diego
San Diego, CA
Career Strategies - San Diego | San Diego, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Now. . hiring a professional and experienced Lead Maintenance Technician. POSITION SUMMARY. The. Maintenance Lead Technic... more
8 Days Ago
Lumibuild
Emeryville, CA
Lumibuild | Emeryville, CA
Job Description. Job Description. We are seeking an experienced. Lead Technician. to join our team. In this role, you will lead the installation, terminati... more
8 Days Ago
Daisy - San Carlos
San Carlos, CA
Daisy - San Carlos | San Carlos, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Benefits/Perks. Healthcare Benefits. Generous PTO. Competitive Compensation based on experience and skill level. Relocati... more
10 Days Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
