Metallurgical Technicians

In February 2025, ZipRecruiter.com reported the average annual salary for metallurgical technicians was $44,969. Salaries ranged from $32,500 or less to $66,500 or more. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) does not provide statistics specific to metallurgical technicians. In May 2023, the DOL reported that chemical technicians, a job that is similar in scope, had median incomes of $56,750, with salaries ranging from $38,240 to more than $93,340. Petroleum and coal products technicians averaged $80,140 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.