How to Become a Controls Technician in Michigan (2026)

Q: How much do controls technicians earn in Michigan?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), controls technicians in Michigan earned a median annual wage of approximately $74,800 (using the related "Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, since controls technician wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in Michigan is roughly 0.87 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

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

Michigan currently employs approximately 2,350 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

Michigan control and valve installers and repairers, except mechanical door earn a median annual wage of $96,890 ($46.58/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 2,240 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 30.3% above the national median of $74,340 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $96,890 ($46.58/hr)
25th percentile: $62,060 per year
75th percentile: $102,410 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $109,230 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $50,900 per year
Workers employed in Michigan: 2,240
Versus national median: 30.3% above the U.S. median of $74,340
Job concentration: Location quotient 1.64 - this occupation is more concentrated in Michigan than the national average

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

Michigan employs about 2,350 controls technicians earning a median $74,800 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 Michigan.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Michigan employs approximately 2,350 workers in the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category (SOC 17-3023), with a median annual wage of $74,800 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 Michigan, 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 (Michigan): $74,800 per year (based on related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category) ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Controls Technician in Michigan

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

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

What do controls technicians earn in Michigan? 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 Michigan is $74,800, with entry-level wages around $46,590 and experienced workers earning $100,420 or more ¹.

How to Become a Controls Technician in Michigan

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Michigan training programs require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete an approved training program. Enroll in an approved controls technician program in Michigan 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 Michigan 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 Michigan

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

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn	2,220	$88,207	$79,801	$49,339	$102,860
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood	560	$71,151	$72,695	$47,802	$93,032
Lansing-East Lansing	130	$92,424	$79,042	$43,322	$107,154
South Bend-Mishawaka	100	$59,569	$63,984	$41,270	$89,953
Ann Arbor	100	$68,420	$72,420	$40,630	$100,170
Niles	100	$94,076	$91,208	$59,762	$118,678
Jackson	50	$83,070	$85,740	$59,440	$104,010
Traverse City	50	$64,230	$75,610	$50,470	$100,570
Bay City	40	$100,820	$95,670	$73,850	$118,450
Kalamazoo-Portage	30	$60,640	$67,320	$46,050	$92,140

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 Michigan? Michigan employs approximately 2,350 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 Michigan? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Michigan.

How much do controls technicians earn in Michigan compared to the national average? The median annual wage for controls technicians in Michigan is $74,800 (based on the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category), which is $2,380 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)