As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Control Technician in Berkeley, CA is $77,423, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,489 weekly, or $6,452 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Control Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Process Control Technician in Berkeley, CA vary widely, spanning from $55,570 to $90,306. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,984) and 75th percentile ($84,166), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,306 per year. This $18,182 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Field Testing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Berkeley Process Control Technician often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. However, Berkeley currently ranks 7 statewide for Process Control Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Process Control Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $55,570 Berkeley, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $65,984 Berkeley, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $77,423 Berkeley, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $84,166 Berkeley, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $90,306 Berkeley, CA April 01, 2026
25% $65,984 10% $55,570 90% $90,306 75% $84,166 $77,423 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Process Control Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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