Critical Environment Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Critical Environment Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Critical Environment Technician in the United States is $60,591 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Critical Environment Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,883
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,329 to $69,119
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,628
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Critical Environment Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $69,119 $5,760 $1,329 $33
Average $60,591 $5,049 $1,165 $29
25th Percentile $54,329 $4,527 $1,045 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Critical Environment Technician Salaries

A Critical Environment 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 Experience Level Affects Critical Environment Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Critical Environment 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): $52,938
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,815
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,653
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,463
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,680
Levels Salary
Facilitie... Level Critical Environment Technician$52,938
Critical ... Level Critical Environment Technician$58,815
Facilitie... Level Critical Environment Technician$65,653
Facilitie... Level Critical Environment Technician$75,463
Facilitie... Level Critical Environment Technician$81,680
$52,938 0 yr
$58,815 < 2 yrs
$65,653 2-4 yrs
$75,463 5-8 yrs
$81,680 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Critical Environment 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: $76,424
  • San Francisco: $75,587
  • Oakland: $73,994

What Skills Can Increase a Critical Environment Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.1% 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.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 3.69% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
  • Pneumatics (Mentioned in 2.4% Job Postings): Pneumatics (pronounced new-MATT-ix) is an aspect of physics and engineering that is concerned with using the energy in compressed gas to make something move or work.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.1%
Hydraulics 3.69%
Pneumatics 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 a Critical Environment Technician's salary.
  • Troubleshooting: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Schematic: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Troubleshooting
$62,409
3%
Analysis
$62,409
3%
Schematic
$62,409
3%
Critical Thinking
$61,803
2%
Safety Standards
$61,803
2%
Dedication
$61,803
2%
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Critical Environment Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Critical Environment Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Critical Environment Technician positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Critical Environment Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Critical Environment Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$84,828$41.040%
Pharmaceuticals$78,769$38.030%
Internet$75,739$36.025%
Financial Services$72,710$35.020%
Energy & Utilities$69,680$34.015%

How Education impacts a Critical Environment Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Critical Environment Technicians enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Critical Environment Technician with a No Diploma is between $55,199 and $59,342).

Critical Environment Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Critical Environment Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.2%
High School 75.9%
Associates 17.2%
Bachelors 1.7%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Critical Environment Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Critical Environment 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 Critical Environment Technician

Salaries for a Critical Environment Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,030 in 2023 to around $49,669 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Critical Environment Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Critical Environment Technician Over Time

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$50,030
2024
$49,932
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2024 $49,932
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FAQ about Critical Environment Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Critical Environment Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Critical Environment Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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