How to become lighting technicianseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$68,060
25th–75th pct. $52,770–$95,640
Top pay (est.)
$170,000
Top 10% $130,760
Pay in 5 years
$77,400est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$88,000est.
$75,600–$102,100
Outlook score
39/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
45%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
−4.8%
600 openings / yr
How to become lighting technicians
Typical education
Postsecondary nondegree award
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Lighting Technicians
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as lighting technicians
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.