Propane Service Tech Salary in the United States

How much does a Propane Service Tech make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Propane Service Tech in the United States is $54,441 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Propane Service Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,366
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,301 to $61,206
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,801
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Propane Service Tech Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $61,206 $5,101 $1,177 $29
Average $54,441 $4,537 $1,047 $26
25th Percentile $47,301 $3,942 $910 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Propane Service Tech Salaries

A Propane Service Tech's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Propane Service Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Propane Service Tech's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,830
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $65,567
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,611
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,308
  • Expert (over 8 years): $96,196
Levels Salary
Propane S... Level Propane Service Tech$54,830
Shop Serv... Level Propane Service Tech$65,567
Shop Serv... Level Propane Service Tech$73,611
Shop Serv... Level Propane Service Tech$88,308
Shop Serv... Level Propane Service Tech$96,196
$54,830 0 yr
$65,567 < 2 yrs
$73,611 2-4 yrs
$88,308 5-8 yrs
$96,196 > 8 yrs
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How Do Propane Service Tech Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Propane Service Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,277.
  • California: $60,048.
  • Massachusetts: $59,248.

Top Paying Cities for Propane Service Teches

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $68,666
  • San Francisco: $67,991
  • Oakland: $66,483

What Skills Can Increase a Propane Service Tech's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.62% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Schematic (Mentioned in 1.96% Job Postings): A schematic, or schematic diagram, is a representation of the elements of a system using abstract, graphic symbols rather than realistic pictures.
  • Mechanical Aptitude (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Mechanical aptitude is a measure of a technical or engineering candidate's mechanical reasoning and mechanical comprehension to succeed in their domain.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.62%
Schematic 1.96%
Mechanical Aptitude 1.51%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Propane Service Tech's salary.
  • Troubleshooting: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Technical Services: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Troubleshooting
$56,074
3%
Technical Services
$56,074
3%
Verbal Communication
$56,074
3%
Field Service
$56,074
3%
Microsoft Office
$56,074
3%
Hard Working
$55,530
2%
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Propane Service Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Propane Service Tech's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Propane Service Tech

Salaries for a Propane Service Tech can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,709 in 2023 to around $45,272 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Propane Service Tech salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Propane Service Tech Over Time

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$45,709
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$45,834
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$45,272
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2024 $45,834
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