Biological Technicians Jobs Pay in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$26.24
18.0%Below national average
Range: $24.99 – $27.49
Average Annual Pay
$54,578
18.0%Below national average
Range: $51,979 – $57,177
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
$22.30/hr
Range: $21.24 – $23.37
Annual Rate
$46,391
Range: $44,182 – $48,600
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.24/hr
Range: $24.99 – $27.49
Annual Rate
$54,578
Range: $51,979 – $57,177
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.18/hr
Range: $28.74 – $31.61
Annual Rate
$62,765
Range: $59,776 – $65,754
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
