Service Detail Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Service Detail Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Service Detail Technician in the United States is $54,351 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,406
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,697 to $61,708
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,639
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View as table View as graph 25% $47,697 10% $41,639 90% $68,406 75% $61,708 $54,351 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Service Detail Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $61,708 $5,142 $1,187 $30
Average $54,351 $4,529 $1,045 $26
25th Percentile $47,697 $3,975 $917 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Service Detail Technician Salaries

A Service Detail 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 Service Detail Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Service Detail 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): $53,810
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,385
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,301
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,762
  • Expert (over 8 years): $94,603
Levels Salary
Service D... Level Service Detail Technician$53,810
Shop Serv... Level Service Detail Technician$64,385
Shop Serv... Level Service Detail Technician$72,301
Shop Serv... Level Service Detail Technician$86,762
Shop Serv... Level Service Detail Technician$94,603
$53,810 0 yr
$64,385 < 2 yrs
$72,301 2-4 yrs
$86,762 5-8 yrs
$94,603 > 8 yrs
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How Do Service Detail 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 Service Detail Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,178.
  • California: $59,949.
  • Massachusetts: $59,150.

Top Paying Cities for Service Detail 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: $68,553
  • San Francisco: $67,803
  • Oakland: $66,374

What Skills Can Increase a Service Detail 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 Service Detail 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
$58,156
7%
Technical Support
$57,069
5%
Verbal Communication
$55,982
3%
Technical Services
$55,982
3%
Calibration
$55,982
3%
Troubleshooting
$55,982
3%
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Service Detail Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Service Detail 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, Service Detail Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Service Detail Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Service Detail Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$65,221$31.020%
Transportation$65,221$31.020%
MFG Nondurable$62,504$30.015%
Aerospace & Defense$59,786$29.010%
Construction$57,069$27.05%

Service Detail Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Service Detail 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 Service Detail Technician

Salaries for a Service Detail Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $44,819 in 2023 to around $44,390 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Service Detail Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Service Detail Technician Over Time

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$44,819
2024
$44,942
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Georgesville Nissan | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    United Site Services | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Valley Truck Centers | Columbus, OH

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  • Compass Business Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    Compass Business Solutions | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Service Detail Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Service Detail Technician?

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

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