How to Become a Controls Technician in Indiana (2026)

Q: How much do controls technicians earn in Indiana?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), controls technicians in Indiana earned a median annual wage of approximately $70,540 (using the related "Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, since controls technician wages are not tracked separately).

Q: What is the job outlook for controls technicians in Indiana?

Indiana currently employs approximately 1,800 workers in the related "Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 0.6% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated September 2, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Indiana control and valve installers and repairers, except mechanical door earn a median annual wage of $60,170 ($28.93/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 760 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -19.1% below the national median of $74,340 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $60,170 ($28.93/hr)
25th percentile: $48,960 per year
75th percentile: $85,100 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $98,830 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $41,630 per year
Workers employed in Indiana: 760
Versus national median: -19.1% below the U.S. median of $74,340
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.77 - this occupation is less concentrated in Indiana than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed September 2, 2026.

Indiana employs about 1,800 controls technicians earning a median $70,540 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025; proxy category “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians”). Most controls technicians train through an approved program before entering the field in Indiana.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Indiana employs approximately 1,800 workers in the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category (SOC 17-3023), with a median annual wage of $70,540 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 0.6% from 2024 to 2034, with about 8,400 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a Controls Technician in Indiana, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track controls technician salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (SOC 17-3023). Actual controls technician earnings may vary.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school or community college
Typical timeline: varies by program; confirm with the school
Median wage (Indiana): $70,540 per year (based on related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category) ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Controls Technician in Indiana

How to become a Controls Technician in Indiana? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for controls technicians in Indiana.

How long does it take? controls technician training length in Indiana varies by program. Confirm current requirements with the school and the state board before you enroll.

What do controls technicians earn in Indiana? The BLS does not track controls technician wages separately. Based on the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category, the median annual wage in Indiana is $70,540, with entry-level wages around $47,200 and experienced workers earning $115,210 or more ¹.

How to Become a Controls Technician in Indiana

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Indiana training programs require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete an approved training program. Enroll in an approved controls technician program in Indiana that combines classroom instruction with supervised practice.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Meet state and employer requirements. Confirm any registration, certification, or employer requirements that apply to controls technicians in Indiana before you start working.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Controls Technician Wages by Metro Area in Indiana

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Indiana

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians wages in Indiana vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin	1,780	$83,237	$86,354	$57,339	$120,584
Louisville/Jefferson County	710	$63,709	$65,955	$48,772	$98,227
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood	640	$69,018	$72,443	$49,283	$101,709
Cincinnati	550	$65,020	$70,531	$45,991	$104,258
Evansville	150	$60,763	$66,803	$48,813	$94,383
Fort Wayne	140	$61,860	$64,700	$46,060	$85,510
Elkhart-Goshen	100	$62,151	$66,218	$48,508	$82,197
South Bend-Mishawaka	100	$59,569	$63,984	$41,270	$89,953
Lafayette-West Lafayette	80	$53,640	$56,790	$43,720	$77,110
Terre Haute	40	$68,250	$70,870	$46,540	$111,690
Bloomington	40	$58,690	$62,090	$30,820	$85,510
Columbus	30	$61,230	$61,920	$38,000	$87,550

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for controls technicians in Indiana? Indiana employs approximately 1,800 workers in the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 0.6% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Indiana? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Indiana.

How much do controls technicians earn in Indiana compared to the national average? The median annual wage for controls technicians in Indiana is $70,540 (based on the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category), which is $6,640 below the national median of $77,180 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

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References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)