Metallurgical Technicians

In January 2020, Salary.com reported the average annual salary for metallurgical technicians was $52,888. Salaries ranged from $45,145 or less to $60,767 or more. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) does not provide statistics specific to metallurgical technicians. In May 2018, the DOL reported that chemical technicians, a job that is similar in scope, had median incomes of $48,160, with salaries ranging from $29,920 to more than $79,100. Geological and petroleum technicians earned $28,020 to $108,110 or more per year. 

Benefits depend on the employer but generally include paid vacations and holidays, sick leave, medical and dental insurance, profit sharing, 401(k) plans, and tuition assistance programs for further education. If metallurgical technicians belong to a union, their wages and benefits depend on the union agreement.