Agricultural Technicians Jobs Pay in South Dakota, SD
Average Hourly Pay
$19.67
38.5%Below national average
Range: $18.73 – $20.60
Average Annual Pay
$40,906
38.5%Below national average
Range: $38,958 – $42,854
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
$16.72/hr
Range: $15.92 – $17.51
Annual Rate
$34,770
Range: $33,114 – $36,426
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.67/hr
Range: $18.73 – $20.60
Annual Rate
$40,906
Range: $38,958 – $42,854
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.62/hr
Range: $21.54 – $23.69
Annual Rate
$47,042
Range: $44,802 – $49,282
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
