Agricultural Technicians Jobs Pay in Illinois, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$24.34
23.9%Below national average
Range: $23.18 – $25.50
Average Annual Pay
$50,625
23.9%Below national average
Range: $48,214 – $53,036
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
$20.69/hr
Range: $19.70 – $21.68
Annual Rate
$43,031
Range: $40,982 – $45,081
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.34/hr
Range: $23.18 – $25.50
Annual Rate
$50,625
Range: $48,214 – $53,036
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.99/hr
Range: $26.66 – $29.32
Annual Rate
$58,219
Range: $55,446 – $60,991
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
