Lighting Technicians Jobs Pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$36.23
13.2%Above national average
Range: $34.50 – $37.95
Average Annual Pay
$75,348
13.2%Above national average
Range: $71,760 – $78,936
How much do Lighting 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
$30.80/hr
Range: $29.32 – $32.26
Annual Rate
$64,046
Range: $60,996 – $67,096
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.23/hr
Range: $34.50 – $37.95
Annual Rate
$75,348
Range: $71,760 – $78,936
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.66/hr
Range: $39.67 – $43.64
Annual Rate
$86,650
Range: $82,524 – $90,776
Lighting Technicians job description
Lighting 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
