Director Of Technical Services Salary in the United States

How much does a Director Of Technical Services make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Of Technical Services in the United States is $162,116 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

However, a Director Of Technical Services's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,117
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $152,550 to $176,773
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $143,841
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Director Of Technical Services Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $176,773 $14,731 $3,399 $85
Average $162,116 $13,510 $3,118 $78
25th Percentile $152,550 $12,713 $2,934 $73
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Key Factors That Influence Director Of Technical Services Salaries

A Director Of Technical Services'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 Director Of Technical Services Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director Of Technical Services'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): $87,875
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $108,681
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,206
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $162,781
  • Expert (over 8 years): $212,057
Levels Salary
Technical... Level Director Of Technical Services$87,875
Technical... Level Director Of Technical Services$108,681
Technical... Level Director Of Technical Services$142,206
Director ... Level Director Of Technical Services$162,781
VP of Tec... Level Director Of Technical Services$212,057
$87,875 0 yr
$108,681 < 2 yrs
$142,206 2-4 yrs
$162,781 5-8 yrs
$212,057 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director Of Technical Services 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 Director Of Technical Services. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $179,495.
  • California: $178,814.
  • Massachusetts: $176,431.

Top Paying Cities for Director Of Technical Services

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: $204,477
  • San Francisco: $202,238
  • Oakland: $197,976

What Skills Can Increase a Director Of Technical Services's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 8.58% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.64% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Computer Systems (Mentioned in 0.99% Job Postings): A computer system is a set of integrated devices that input, output, process, and store data and information. Computer systems are currently built around at least one digital processing device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 8.58%
Computer Science 2.64%
Computer Systems 0.99%
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 Director Of Technical Services's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • UI: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Career Development: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$176,706
9%
UI
$176,706
9%
Career Development
$176,706
9%
Innovation
$173,464
7%
Change Management
$173,464
7%
Service Delivery
$173,464
7%
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Director Of Technical Services Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director Of Technical Services'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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Director Of Technical Services

Salaries for a Director Of Technical Services can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $150,833 in 2023 to around $147,932 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director Of Technical Services salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Director Of Technical Services Over Time

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$150,833
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$149,635
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2024 $149,635
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