Drilling Technician Salary in Phoenix, Arizona

How much does a Drilling Technician make in Phoenix, AZ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drilling Technician in Phoenix, AZ is $164,657. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $125,022 to a high of $205,928, with most professionals earning between $143,911 and $186,260.

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Common responsibilities of a Drilling Technician

Monitor temporary waste storage containment areas for containment integrity and proper levels .

February 27, 2023

Takes calculated risks that are likely to provide good business results.

October 27, 2022

Operate motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the company.

November 07, 2022

Clean, service, and refurbish tools as required by supervisor.

January 20, 2023

Assist in making decisions to maintain the required level of drilling accuracy, reliability, and to increase efficiency and productivity.

March 13, 2023

Performs preventative maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisors and prepares documentation.

March 16, 2023

Collects material samples & data according to specifications and certifying agencies.

March 29, 2023

Provides a sustained effort and dedication to getting the job done safely, works continuously to produce superior work regardless of obstacles or setbacks.

April 16, 2023

Communicate effectively with project manager, clients, contractors, ready-mix suppliers, or other business associates.

April 18, 2023

Requirements of the Engineering Field Technician (Drilling).

May 03, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Drilling Technician in Phoenix, AZ

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

143911

186260

164657

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

157311

217775

186457

What is the average salary for Drilling Technician in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Drilling Technician in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Drilling Technician ranges from $143,911 to $186,260 with the average base salary of $164,657. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $157,311 to $217,775 with the average total cash compensation of $186,457.

View Average Salary for Drilling Technician as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$164,657	$143,911 - $186,260
Bonus	$21,800	$13,400 - $31,515
Total Pay	$186,457	$157,311 - $217,775

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Drilling Technician Salary Near Phoenix, AZ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Glendale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,911 - $186,260	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Peoria, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,619 - $185,883	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,940 - $186,298	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Sun City, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,328 - $185,506	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Scottsdale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,940 - $186,298	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Avondale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,517 - $185,751	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ

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About Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to the north. By car, the city is approximately 150 miles (240 kilometers) north of the US-Mexico border at Sonoyta and 180 mi (290 km) north of the border at Nogales. The metropolitan area is known as the "Valley of the Sun" due to its location in the Salt River Valley. It lies at a mean elevation of 1,086 feet (331 m), in the northern reaches of the Sonoran Desert. Other than the mountains in and around the city, the topography of Phoenix is gener...

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