Biological Technicians Jobs Pay in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$37.97
18.7%Above national average
Range: $36.16 – $39.78
Average Annual Pay
$78,973
18.7%Above national average
Range: $75,213 – $82,734
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
$32.27/hr
Range: $30.74 – $33.81
Annual Rate
$67,127
Range: $63,931 – $70,324
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$37.97/hr
Range: $36.16 – $39.78
Annual Rate
$78,973
Range: $75,213 – $82,734
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$43.67/hr
Range: $41.58 – $45.75
Annual Rate
$90,819
Range: $86,495 – $95,144
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
