Line Service Tech Salary in the United States

How much does a Line Service Tech make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Line Service Tech in the United States is $34,510 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Line Service Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,141
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,187 to $39,028
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,162
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Line Service Tech Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $39,028 $3,252 $751 $19
Average $34,510 $2,876 $664 $17
25th Percentile $31,187 $2,599 $600 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Line Service Tech Salaries

A Line Service Tech'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.

How Experience Level Affects Line Service Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Line Service Tech's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $32,952
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $33,099
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $34,178
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,639
  • Expert (over 8 years): $35,839
Levels Salary
Entry Level Line Service Tech$32,952
Intermediate Level Line Service Tech$33,099
Senior Level Line Service Tech$34,178
Specialist Level Line Service Tech$35,639
Expert Level Line Service Tech$35,839
$32,952 0 yr
$33,099 < 2 yrs
$34,178 2-4 yrs
$35,639 5-8 yrs
$35,839 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Line Service Tech Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Line Service Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $38,209.
  • California: $38,064.
  • Massachusetts: $37,557.

Top Paying Cities for Line Service Teches

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: $43,527
  • San Francisco: $43,051
  • Oakland: $42,143

What Skills Can Increase a Line Service Tech's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 11.78% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Dishwashing (Mentioned in 11.52% Job Postings): Dishwashing or dish washing, also known as washing up, is the process of cleaning cooking utensils, dishes, cutlery and other items to prevent foodborne illness. This is either achieved by hand in a sink using dishwashing detergent or by using a dishwasher and may take place in a kitchen, utility room, scullery or elsewhere. In Britain to do the washing up also includes to dry and put away. There are cultural divisions over rinsing and drying after washing.
  • Catering (Mentioned in 0.22% Job Postings): Catering is the business of providing food service at a remote site or a site such as a hotel, hospital, pub, aircraft, cruise ship, park, festival, filming location or film studio.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Scheduling 11.78%
Dishwashing 11.52%
Catering 0.22%
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 Line Service Tech's salary.
  • Organizing: Can increase your salary by up to 41%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 29%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Organizing
$48,659
41%
Commitment
$44,518
29%
Quality Assurance
$44,173
28%
Problem Solving
$44,173
28%
Verbal Communication
$43,827
27%
Auditing
$43,482
26%
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Line Service Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Line Service Tech roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Line Service Tech positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Line Service Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Line Service Tech

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$41,412$20.020%

How Education impacts a Line Service Tech's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Line Service Teches enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Line Service Tech with a No Diploma is between $31,829 and $34,015).

Line Service Tech Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Line Service Tech
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 100.0%
High School 0.0%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 100.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Line Service Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Line Service Tech'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 Line Service Tech

Salaries for a Line Service Tech can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $36,922 in 2023 to around $36,507 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Line Service Tech salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Line Service Tech Over Time

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2023
$36,922
2024
$36,760
2025
$36,507
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2023 $36,922
2024 $36,760
2025 $36,507
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  • Logan AC and Heat Services

    Columbus, OH

    Logan AC and Heat Services | Columbus, OH

    HVAC Service Technician Trainee | Full-Time | Columbus, OH. Start your HVAC career with paid training and a Trane-accredited apprenticeship. Are you intere... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Custom Air Conditioning and Heating

    Columbus, OH

    Custom Air Conditioning and Heating | Columbus, OH

    HVAC Service Tech-Residential- $27-$40/hourFounded in 1976, Custom Air has grown into a premier contractor by believing in and delivering on the philosophy... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Custom Air Conditioning and Heating Co

    Columbus, OH

    Custom Air Conditioning and Heating Co | Columbus, OH

    HVAC Service Tech-Residential. Founded in 1976, Custom Air has grown into a premier contractor by believing in and delivering on the philosophy of "Doing w... more

    7 Days Ago

  • SPATCO Energy Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    SPATCO Energy Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Experienced Petroleum Service Technician. SPATCO Energy Solutions has been an industry leader in providing energy solutions since 1935. We are here to prov... more

    8 Days Ago

  • TP Mechanical Contractors

    Columbus, OH

    TP Mechanical Contractors | Columbus, OH

    Job Title. Position Summary: Work includes HVAC heating, cooling, boiler, chiller, and refrigeration systems. Applicants should be able to read and underst... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Pyramid Consulting

    Columbus, OH

    Pyramid Consulting | Columbus, OH

    IT Helpdesk / ServicedeskImmediate need for a talented IT Helpdesk / Servicedesk. This is a 06 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is ... more

    6 Days Ago

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FAQ about Line Service Tech

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Line Service Tech?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Line Service Tech roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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