Drilling Technician Salary in Hoffman Estates, IL

How much does a Drilling Technician make in Hoffman Estates, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drilling Technician in Hoffman Estates, IL is $170,775. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $129,667 to a high of $213,579, with most professionals earning between $149,258 and $193,180.

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Monitor temporary waste storage containment areas for containment integrity and proper levels .

February 27, 2023

Takes calculated risks that are likely to provide good business results.

October 27, 2022

Operate motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the company.

November 07, 2022

Clean, service, and refurbish tools as required by supervisor.

January 20, 2023

Assist in making decisions to maintain the required level of drilling accuracy, reliability, and to increase efficiency and productivity.

March 13, 2023

Performs preventative maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisors and prepares documentation.

March 16, 2023

Collects material samples & data according to specifications and certifying agencies.

March 29, 2023

Provides a sustained effort and dedication to getting the job done safely, works continuously to produce superior work regardless of obstacles or setbacks.

April 16, 2023

Communicate effectively with project manager, clients, contractors, ready-mix suppliers, or other business associates.

April 18, 2023

Requirements of the Engineering Field Technician (Drilling).

May 03, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Drilling Technician in Hoffman Estates, IL

Average Base Salary

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149258

193180

170775

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

163155

225866

193385

What is the average salary for Drilling Technician in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Drilling Technician in Hoffman Estates, IL. The base salary for Drilling Technician ranges from $149,258 to $193,180 with the average base salary of $170,775. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $163,155 to $225,866 with the average total cash compensation of $193,385.

View Average Salary for Drilling Technician as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$170,775	$149,258 - $193,180
Bonus	$22,610	$13,898 - $32,686
Total Pay	$193,385	$163,155 - $225,866

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Drilling Technician Salary Near Hoffman Estates, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL
CITY, STATE Elgin, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,063 - $191,634	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL
CITY, STATE Mount Prospect, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $150,030 - $194,180	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL
CITY, STATE Schaumburg, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,097 - $192,973	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL
CITY, STATE Des Plaines, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $150,146 - $194,331	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $147,407 - $190,786	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL
CITY, STATE Palatine, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $147,422 - $190,804	COMPARE TO Hoffman Estates, IL

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About Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Hoffman Estates is a village in Illinois, United States. The village is located primarily in Cook County, with a small section in Kane County. It is a suburb of Chicago. As of the 2010 census, the population was 51,895, and as of 2017 the estimated population was 51,567. The village now serves as the headquarters for the Sears Holdings Corporation and the Midwest headquarters for AT&T and the American headquarters for Mori Seiki. The village owns the Sears Centre, home of the Chicago Bliss of the Legends Football League, the Chicago Slaughter of the Indoor Football League, and the Windy City B...

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