Drilling Technician Salary in Waterloo, Iowa

How much does a Drilling Technician make in Waterloo, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drilling Technician in Waterloo, IA is $155,789. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $118,289 to a high of $194,838, with most professionals earning between $136,160 and $176,229.

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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 Waterloo, IA

Average Base Salary

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136160

176229

155789

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

148838

206046

176415

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 Waterloo, IA. The base salary for Drilling Technician ranges from $136,160 to $176,229 with the average base salary of $155,789. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $148,838 to $206,046 with the average total cash compensation of $176,415.

View Average Salary for Drilling Technician as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$155,789	$136,160 - $176,229
Bonus	$20,626	$12,678 - $29,817
Total Pay	$176,415	$148,838 - $206,046

* 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 Waterloo, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $135,723 - $175,663	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $139,394 - $180,415	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Iowa City, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $138,258 - $178,944	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $141,580 - $183,243	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Dubuque, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,515 - $177,982	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $142,891 - $184,940	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA

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About Waterloo, Iowa

Waterloo is a city in and the county seat of Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census the population decreased by 0.5% to 68,406; the 2016 Census estimates the population at 67,934, making it the sixth-largest city in the state. The city is part of the Waterloo – Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the more populous of the two cities. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 63.23 square miles (163.76 km2), of which 61.39 square miles (159.00 km2) is land and 1.84 square miles (4.77 km2) is water. The average el...

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