Perform technical activities at power plants or individual installations necessary for the generation of power from geothermal energy sources. Monitor and control operating activities at geothermal power generation facilities and perform maintenance and repairs as necessary. Install, test, and maintain residential and commercial geothermal heat pumps.
Annual wage data for Geothermal Technicians (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
183,690
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $35,270. 25th percentile: U.S. $40,700. 50th percentile: U.S. $48,640. 75th percentile: U.S. $61,090. 90th percentile: U.S. $77,150. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $35,270 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $77,150 |
| Workers on average earn | $53,270 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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