▲32%
C$42,667
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$30k
MEDIAN
CA$43k
90%
CA$57k
The average salary for a Desktop Support Technician is C$42,667 in 2025
Base Salary
C$30k - C$57k
Bonus
C$750 - C$8k
Total Pay
C$31k - C$61k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Desktop Support Technicians?
What Do Desktop Support Technicians Do?
Desktop Support Technician Tasks
- Format, install, set up, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop and laptop computers with and for end users.
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve problems.
- Add or replace memory, new keyboards, motherboards, and other components.
- Set up and troubleshoot domains, user accounts and software accounts.
- Configure, test, and troubleshoot network connectivity and wireless access for local and remote computers or devices.
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Common Health Benefits for a Desktop Support Technician
Medical
68%
Dental
79%
Vision
74%
None
16%
Gender Breakdown for Desktop Support Technicians
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 14 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Desktop Support Technicians
What is the highest pay for Desktop Support Technicians?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Desktop Support Technician is CA$57k / year
What is the lowest pay for Desktop Support Technicians?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Desktop Support Technician is CA$30k / year
How can Desktop Support Technicians increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Desktop Support 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 Desktop Support Technician that oversees more junior Desktop Support Technicians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.