Biological Technicians Jobs Pay in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$24.65
23.0%Below national average
Range: $23.48 – $25.83
Average Annual Pay
$51,280
23.0%Below national average
Range: $48,838 – $53,722
How much do Biological 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
$20.95/hr
Range: $19.96 – $21.96
Annual Rate
$43,588
Range: $41,512 – $45,664
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.65/hr
Range: $23.48 – $25.83
Annual Rate
$51,280
Range: $48,838 – $53,722
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.35/hr
Range: $27.00 – $29.70
Annual Rate
$58,972
Range: $56,164 – $61,780
Biological Technicians job description
Biological 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
