Maintenance technician salary in United States

The average salary for a Maintenance Technician is $24.21 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 160.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 3, 2026.

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Maintenance Technician salaries typically range between a low of $17.29 and a high of $33.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Maintenance Technician include Madison, WI at $26.88 per hour, Portland, OR at $25.85 per hour, and Fort Wayne, IN at $25.72 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Maintenance Technician include Dhanani Group, Inc. ($357,107 per year) and Glacier Fish Company ($198,900 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Maintenance Technician salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Maintenance Technician: Average $20.41 per hour
• Junior Maintenance Technician: Average $21.96 per hour
• Senior Maintenance Technician: Average $32.05 per hour