Agricultural Technicians Jobs Pay in Mississippi, MS
Average Hourly Pay
$19.83
38.0%Below national average
Range: $18.89 – $20.78
Average Annual Pay
$41,256
38.0%Below national average
Range: $39,291 – $43,220
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
$16.86/hr
Range: $16.06 – $17.66
Annual Rate
$35,068
Range: $33,397 – $36,737
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.83/hr
Range: $18.89 – $20.78
Annual Rate
$41,256
Range: $39,291 – $43,220
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.80/hr
Range: $21.72 – $23.90
Annual Rate
$47,444
Range: $45,185 – $49,703
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
