Assistant Building Services Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Building Services Engineer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Building Services Engineer in the United States is $62,859 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Assistant Building Services Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,732
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,118 to $71,168
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,980
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Assistant Building Services Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $71,168 $5,931 $1,369 $34
Average $62,859 $5,238 $1,209 $30
25th Percentile $56,118 $4,677 $1,079 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Building Services Engineer Salaries

An Assistant Building Services Engineer'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 Experience Level Affects Assistant Building Services Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Building Services Engineer'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): $60,617
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $61,359
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,090
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,436
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,667
Levels Salary
Entry Level Assistant Building Services Engineer$60,617
Intermediate Level Assistant Building Services Engineer$61,359
Senior Level Assistant Building Services Engineer$63,090
Specialist Level Assistant Building Services Engineer$63,436
Expert Level Assistant Building Services Engineer$63,667
$60,617 0 yr
$61,359 < 2 yrs
$63,090 2-4 yrs
$63,436 5-8 yrs
$63,667 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Building Services Engineer 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 Assistant Building Services Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,598.
  • California: $69,334.
  • Massachusetts: $68,410.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Building Services Engineers

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: $79,284
  • San Francisco: $78,416
  • Oakland: $76,764

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Building Services Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Attention to Detail (Mentioned in 3.83% Job Postings): Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
  • API (Mentioned in 3.38% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.4% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Attention to Detail 3.83%
API 3.38%
Microsoft Office 2.4%
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 Assistant Building Services Engineer's salary.
  • Oral Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Construction Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Oral Communication
$67,888
8%
Construction Management
$67,888
8%
Presentation
$67,888
8%
Purchasing
$67,259
7%
Project Management
$67,259
7%
Innovation
$67,259
7%
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Assistant Building Services Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Building Services Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Building Services Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Building Services Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Building Services Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$78,574$38.025%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$69,145$33.010%
Construction$66,002$32.05%

How Education impacts an Assistant Building Services Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Building Services Engineers enter the field with a Associate's Degree 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 Assistant Building Services Engineer with a Associate's Degree is between $60,178 and $64,902).

Assistant Building Services Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Building Services Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 46.3%
Associates 18.3%
Bachelors 31.1%
Masters 2.4%
Doctorate 1.2%
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Assistant Building Services Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Building Services Engineer'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 Assistant Building Services Engineer

Salaries for an Assistant Building Services Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,888 in 2023 to around $53,519 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Building Services Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assistant Building Services Engineer Over Time

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2023
$53,888
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FAQ about Assistant Building Services Engineer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Building Services Engineer?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Building Services Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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