Forensic Technician Salary in San Diego, CA

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How much does a Forensic Technician make in San Diego, CA? The average Forensic Technician salary in San Diego, CA is $83,619 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $64,101 and $92,361. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Forensic Crash Investigator / Engineering Technician - Full Time

NCTI - Baton Rouge , LA

Forensic Crash Investigator / Engineering Technician - Full Time Description: Seeking qualified individual to investigate and reconstruct traffic collisions for civil and criminal cases. This ...

ZipRecruiter - 31 days ago

2024 Police Officer

City of Marietta, GA - Marietta , GA

Additional equipment will be issued for special assignments for bicycle patrol, narcotics units, forensic technician, detectives, K-9, STEP, etc. * Identifies criminal offenders and criminal activity ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 53 days ago

Pharmacy Technician II, I

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services - Vinita , OK

Oklahoma Forensic Center * Vacancies: 1 Minimum Qualifications and Experience: * Level I- Education ... technician permit issued by the Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy and/or other recognized pharmacy ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 53 days ago

IT Support Technician

IronGate Cybersecurity LLC - Baton Rouge , LA

IronGate Cybersecurity is seeking a detail-oriented IT Support Technician to join our team. This ... Support forensic collection activities under the guidance of cybersecurity specialists, ensuring ...

ZipRecruiter - 44 days ago

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Haag Global - Flower Mound , TX

Laboratory Technician - Construction Materials Testing Haag, a leader in forensic engineering and consulting since 1924, is seeking a Laboratory Technician working in the Flower Mound office

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 18 days ago

Autopsy Diener (Morgue Technician)

Sanford Federal - San Diego , CA

Autopsy Diener (Morgue Technician) Company: Sanford Federal, Inc. Location: Anatomic Pathology ... Experience and knowledge in autopsy techniques, including specialized forensic techniques

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 36 days ago

What does a Forensic Technician do?

Common responsibilities of a Forensic Technician

Prepare site visit reports for job file, and reports of field and laboratory testing work.

December 12, 2022

Reviews vendor products and makes recommendations as appropriate.

December 31, 2022

Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas.

January 30, 2023

Assists in administration of medications and treatments, takes vital signs, and/or draws blood or collects other bodily fluids, as directed by a physician or nurse.

March 04, 2023

Participates in providing for a safe, secure, clean and attractive environment for individuals, visitors, and staff.

March 11, 2023

Observes and maintains an awareness of individuals' behavior and physical whereabouts to ensure their security .

March 12, 2023

Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.

March 19, 2023

Prepares reports on intrusions as necessary and provides analysis summary to management.

April 17, 2023

Performs forensic photography and produces crime scene drawings.

April 26, 2023

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May 01, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Forensic Technician in San Diego, CA

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64101

92361

83619

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64101

92361

83619

What is the average salary for Forensic Technician in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Technician in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Forensic Technician ranges from $64,101 to $92,361 with the average base salary of $83,619. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,101 to $92,361 with the average total cash compensation of $83,619.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$83,619	$64,101 - $92,361
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$83,619	$64,101 - $92,361

* 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.

Forensic Technician Salary Near San Diego, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,218 - $92,529	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,409 - $92,804	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Escondido, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,051 - $92,288	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,502 - $92,938	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,051 - $92,288	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,094 - $93,791	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA

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About San Diego, California

According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Canyon and Point Loma fault zones are part of the San Andreas Fault system. About 40 miles (64 km) east of the bay are the Laguna Mountains in the Peninsular Ranges, which are part of the backbone of the American continents. The city lies on approximately 200 deep canyons and hills separating its mesas, creating small pockets of natural open space scattered throughout the city and giving it a hilly geography. Traditionally, San Diegans have built the...

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About San Diego, California According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Cany....More

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