Geothermal Technicians
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.
Common Job Titles
- I C and E Technician (Instrumentation, Control, and Electrical Technician)
- Operations Technician
- Operations and Maintenance Technician (O and M Technician)
- Plant Technician
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Geothermal Technicians (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
183,690
Wage Distribution by Percentile
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.
- U.S.
| 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)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mechanical4.4/5
- English Language3.8/5
- Physics3.7/5
- Education and Training3.6/5
- Public Safety and Security3.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Technology Skills
- ClimateMaster GeoDesigner
- Distributed control system DCS
- Email software
- Geographic information system GIS systems
- Geothermal Properties Measurement Tool
- Thermal Dynamics Ground Loop Design GLD
- WaterFurnace International Ground Loop Design PREMIER
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable hand wrenches
- Adjustable pipe wrenches
- Air monitoring equipment
- Air wrenches
- Alignment clamps
- Butt fusion machines
- Channel lock pliers
- Claw hammers