Biological Technicians Jobs Pay in Rapid City, SD
Average Hourly Pay
$22.71
29.0%Below national average
Range: $21.63 – $23.79
Average Annual Pay
$47,240
29.0%Below national average
Range: $44,990 – $49,489
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
$19.30/hr
Range: $18.39 – $20.22
Annual Rate
$40,154
Range: $38,242 – $42,066
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.71/hr
Range: $21.63 – $23.79
Annual Rate
$47,240
Range: $44,990 – $49,489
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.12/hr
Range: $24.87 – $27.36
Annual Rate
$54,326
Range: $51,738 – $56,912
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
