Semiconductor Equipment Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Semiconductor Equipment Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Semiconductor Equipment Technician in the United States is $70,649 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,915
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,255 to $79,687
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,881
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Semiconductor Equipment Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $79,687 $6,641 $1,532 $38
Average $70,649 $5,887 $1,359 $34
25th Percentile $59,255 $4,938 $1,140 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Semiconductor Equipment Technician Salaries

A Semiconductor Equipment 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.

Top Paying Cities for Semiconductor Equipment 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: $89,109
  • San Francisco: $88,134
  • Oakland: $86,276

What Skills Can Increase a Semiconductor Equipment Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.5% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Academic Advising (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Academic advising is, according to the National Academic Advising Association, "a series of intentional interactions with a curriculum, a pedagogy, and a set of student learning outcomes. Academic advising synthesizes and contextualizes students' educational experiences within the frameworks of their aspirations, abilities and lives to extend learning beyond campus boundaries and timeframes."
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.08% 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.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.5%
Academic Advising 2.08%
Computer Science 2.08%
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 Semiconductor Equipment Technician's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Teamwork: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Academic Advising: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$81,952
16%
Teamwork
$77,007
9%
Academic Advising
$74,181
5%
Health Sciences
$73,475
4%
Commitment
$73,475
4%
Initiative
$73,475
4%
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Semiconductor Equipment Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Semiconductor Equipment Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Semiconductor Equipment Technician positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Semiconductor Equipment Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Semiconductor Equipment Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Education$77,714$37.010%

How Education impacts a Semiconductor Equipment Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Semiconductor Equipment Technicians enter the field with a Bachelor'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 a Semiconductor Equipment Technician with a Bachelor's Degree is between $63,298 and $70,811).

Semiconductor Equipment Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Semiconductor Equipment Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 7.7%
High School 15.4%
Associates 76.9%
Bachelors 7.7%
Masters 15.4%
Doctorate 76.9%
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Semiconductor Equipment Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Semiconductor Equipment 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 Semiconductor Equipment Technician

Salaries for a Semiconductor Equipment Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,330 in 2023 to around $55,376 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Semiconductor Equipment Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Semiconductor Equipment Technician Over Time

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2023
$57,330
2024
$56,598
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$55,376
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2024 $56,598
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    DME Express LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Semiconductor Equipment Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Semiconductor Equipment Technician?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for Semiconductor Equipment Technician roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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