Geothermal Technicians

Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed

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.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $49,230/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$36,080$77,040

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +2.4% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.

About 21,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills

Operations MonitoringMonitoringTroubleshootingOperation and ControlCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionQuality Control AnalysisEquipment MaintenanceActive LearningComplex Problem Solving

Top knowledge areas

MechanicalEnglish LanguagePhysicsEducation and TrainingPublic Safety and SecurityChemistryDesignMathematics

Core tasks

• Monitor and adjust operations of geothermal power plant equipment or systems.

• Prepare and maintain logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.

• Identify and correct malfunctions of geothermal plant equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, or controls.

• Collect and record data associated with operating geothermal power plants or well fields.

• Determine whether emergency or auxiliary systems will be needed to keep properties heated or cooled in extreme weather conditions.

• Perform pre- and post-installation pressure, flow, and related tests of vertical and horizontal geothermal loop piping.

• Identify equipment options, such as compressors, and make appropriate selections.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Geothermal Technicians?

The median pay for Geothermal Technicians is $49,230 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Geothermal Technicians?

Employment for Geothermal Technicians is projected to change +2.4% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.

What education is typically required for Geothermal Technicians?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.

How many job openings are there each year for Geothermal Technicians?

About 21,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.