Thousands of verified Industrial Technician professionals across North America -- onsite, hybrid, or remote. Marketplace and automation service company. Direct contracting.
Reviewed by Automate America Editorial Team -- updated 2026-05-26 -- citing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics + O*NET SOC 17-3024.00.
Industrial Technician professionals on AutomateAmerica
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Contractors respond with their rates
+4%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics job growth outlook through 2034
12+
Top skills tracked on AutomateAmerica
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Actual hourly rate depends on location, contract duration, scope of work, vendor stack, and contractor experience. The range above reflects active hourly contracts on Automate America.
What does a Industrial Technician do?
Industrial technicians (electro-mechanical/mechatronics) sit at the operations-automation interface -- commissioning, calibrating, troubleshooting, and continuously improving the integrated mechanical/electrical/controls/software stack of modern production equipment. Support robotic cells, vision, conveyors, ASRS, packaging lines, CNC, and process equipment.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlook: +4% employment growth projected through 2034 (median annual wage $67,550). See the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
BLS projects 4% growth through 2034 but role materially undersupplied -- sits at intersection of three trades and few pipelines produce it natively. Reshoring of auto, semi, EV battery, pharma created acute demand for techs who can troubleshoot a robotic cell AND read PLC ladder AND swap a servo drive. Senior automation techs at OEMs/tier-1s clear $90-110K.
Related Occupations & Specializations
This occupation has no listed sub-specialties.
Top Hiring Locations for Industrial Technician Contractors
Onboard & manage. Use built-in time sheets, expense reports, and approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire Industrial Technician contractors on Automate America?
Post your contract on the Post Your Opportunity page. Verified Industrial Technician contractors will respond with availability and rates within hours. You select the best match and contract directly -- marketplace and automation service company.
What does a Industrial Technician contractor cost per hour?
Hourly rates on Automate America are set by the Industrial Technician contractor based on experience, geography, and project scope. The platform stat block above shows the live average from recent contracts. For reference, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median annual wage near $67,550 for this occupation (see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent year). Specialized work commands 25-50% premium over the median.
Are Industrial Technician contractors available for onsite, hybrid, or remote work?
Yes. Automate America connects Industrial Technician contractors for onsite (any U.S. or Canada location), hybrid, and fully remote work. Specify your preference when you post the contract.
How fast can I find a Industrial Technician contractor?
Two paths -- both fast. (1)Post your contract and qualified Industrial Technician contractors will apply within hours. (2) Skip the wait entirely -- Search and Request Professionals directly from the Industrial Technician directory and message the people whose profiles match your need. Most urgent contracts ship within 48 hours.
Does Automate America vet Industrial Technician contractors before they apply?
All Industrial Technician contractors on Automate America have verified profiles, documented work history, validated skill sets, and reviews from prior customers. You can also request references, prior-work samples, and certification proof directly before signing.
Can I browse Industrial Technician contractors before posting a contract?
Yes. Search and Request Professionals shows the full Industrial Technician directory. You can filter by location, skills, and availability and message contractors directly -- no contract post required.
What types of Industrial Technician contracts can I post?