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Geodetic Technician - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "Geodetic Technician"
How much does a Geodetic Technician in the federal government get paid? $95,177.33* *Based on the 2021 average.Geodetic Technician was the 530th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 3 employed. The most common payscale was the scientific and engineering technician payscale.
In 2021, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration hired the most employees titled Geodetic Technician, with an average salary of $95,177.
Government Geodetic Technician jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Geodetic Technician job is GS-1, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-9. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
Technical and Medical Support Positions encompass jobs that require specialized, practical knowledge and the ability to perform skilled tasked. However, these skills can often be learned on the job or through training when you are hired. In some cases, certifications are required to qualify. Additional education such as an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree will increase starting grade and lead to promotion. Typically promotions are given 1 grade at a time up to a maximum of GS-9.
Agencies that have hired a Geodetic Technician
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 3 | $95,177.33 |
Geodetic Technician Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Geodetic Technician is $95,177.33. The highest paid Geodetic Technician made $113,362 in 2021.
Common Geodetic Technician Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Geodetic Technician Employees |
|---|---|
| ZT - Scientific And Engineering Technician | 3 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $20,999.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-1, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $63,734.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-9, Step 10 |
| Category: | Technical and Medical Support |
| Occupation Family: | 1300 PHYSICAL SCIENCES GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-1 Paygrade
GS-1 is the starting paygrade for Geodetic Technician jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-1 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Control Technical | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Editorial Assistance | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Legal Instruments Examining | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Nursing Assistant | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Coding | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average Geodetic Technician Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for a Geodetic Technician was $62,108. Since then, the average pay has increased to $95,177 in 2021.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 1374.