Agricultural Technicians Jobs Pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$26.53
17.1%Below national average
Range: $25.27 – $27.80
Average Annual Pay
$55,190
17.1%Below national average
Range: $52,562 – $57,818
How much do Agricultural Technicians make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$22.55/hr
Range: $21.48 – $23.63
Annual Rate
$46,912
Range: $44,678 – $49,145
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.53/hr
Range: $25.27 – $27.80
Annual Rate
$55,190
Range: $52,562 – $57,818
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.51/hr
Range: $29.06 – $31.97
Annual Rate
$63,468
Range: $60,446 – $66,491
Agricultural Technicians job description
Agricultural Technicians professionals ensure facilities, equipment, and systems function properly. They perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections to keep operations running smoothly.
Responsibilities
- •Perform routine maintenance and repairs
- •Inspect equipment and facilities
- •Troubleshoot mechanical issues
- •Maintain maintenance records
- •Order supplies and parts
- •Ensure compliance with safety codes
Skills
- •Mechanical aptitude
- •Troubleshooting
- •Hand and power tool proficiency
- •Physical stamina
- •Problem-solving
- •Time management
Qualifications
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Trade certification preferred
- •Experience with building systems
- •Ability to work flexible hours
