▲2%
C$18.04
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
10%
CA$13.78
MEDIAN
CA$18.04
90%
CA$22.51
The average hourly pay for a Chemical Technician is C$18.04 in 2025
Hourly Rate
C$14 - C$23
Total Pay
C$30k - C$72k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Chemical Technicians?
▲11%
What Do Chemical Technicians Do?
Chemical Technician Tasks
- Apply, evaluate, and improve chemical processes and chemicals.
- Record results meticulously, report all deviations from optimum and taking steps to remedy.
- Conduct quality control and safety surveys, and log results across time for different sites.
- Set up, operate, and maintain equipment to create, disseminate, use, or apply chemicals.
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Common Health Benefits for a Chemical Technician
Medical
67%
Dental
67%
Vision
44%
None
33%
Gender Breakdown for Chemical Technicians
Male
80.0%
Female
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Chemical Technicians
What is the highest pay for Chemical Technicians?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chemical Technician is CA$22.51 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Chemical Technicians?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chemical Technician is CA$13.78 / hour
How can Chemical Technicians increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Chemical Technician is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chemical Technician that oversees more junior Chemical Technicians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.