Industrial Maintenance Tech Salary.
Across 30 U.S. cities.
$63,000
national median salary
$48,000 to $82,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$86,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$66,000
Baltimore, MD
Lowest Paying
$49,000
Charleston, WV
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average Industrial Maintenance Tech salary in the United States is $63,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $48,000 at the 25th percentile to $82,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $86,000, while Baltimore offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Multi-craft technicians skilled in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and PLC programming earn 20 to 30% more than single-discipline mechanics.
Industrial Maintenance Tech salary by city
What you should know
Multi-craft technicians skilled in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and PLC programming earn 20 to 30% more than single-discipline mechanics. Facilities running continuous operations like food processing, automotive assembly, or semiconductor manufacturing pay the highest rates to minimize downtime. PLC and robotics troubleshooting expertise is the single most valued skill for salary advancement.
Entry-level maintenance helpers start at $35,000 to $42,000, advancing to maintenance technician at $48,000 to $65,000 in two to four years. Senior multi-craft technicians earn $68,000 to $85,000, while maintenance supervisors and reliability engineers reach $85,000 to $115,000 at large manufacturing plants.
Shift differentials for evening and weekend rotations add 10 to 15% to base pay. Overtime during plant shutdowns and installations can add $8,000 to $16,000 annually. Many manufacturers provide tool allowances and cover continuing education for electrical or instrumentation licenses.