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How much do entry level drum tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level drum tech in the United States is $19.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do I become a drum tech?

To become a drum tech, gain experience by assisting or apprenticing with experienced technicians, learn about drum maintenance, tuning, and setup, and develop skills with tools and equipment used in the industry. Some positions may require knowledge of music equipment and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

What is the difference between Entry Level Drum Tech vs Assistant Drum Tech?

AspectEntry Level Drum TechAssistant Drum Tech
CertificationsNone required, basic knowledge of drumsSimilar, often no formal certifications needed
Work EnvironmentConcerts, studio setups, rehearsalsSame as Entry Level Drum Tech, supporting lead tech
Employer & Industry UsageMusic tours, recording studios, live eventsSame as Entry Level Drum Tech, often overlapping roles

The main difference between an Entry Level Drum Tech and an Assistant Drum Tech is the level of responsibility. An Entry Level Drum Tech typically performs basic setup and maintenance, while an Assistant Drum Tech supports the lead tech with more complex tasks. Both roles require similar skills and are common in live music and studio environments.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Drum Tech job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,900 per year, or $19.2 per hour.
Intern Maintenance Tech (Balmorhea)

Intern Maintenance Tech (Balmorhea)

Texas Department of Transportation

Balmorhea, TX • On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


Texas Department Of Transportation rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 645 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Performs entry-level and routine maintenance work. Work involves physical labor tasks such as: plant and landscape maintenance, maintenance of comfort stations and rights-of-way, minor equipment repair, and assisting with roadway repair. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:
  • Assists in repairing and erecting signs and repairing drums and/or barricades; as required moves items related to these duties.

  • Assists in warehousing and supply functions.

  • Assists with repairs to potholes, roadway shoulders and edges, guardrails, signs, and other related work.

  • Assists with traffic control to include placing and gathering cones, flagging traffic, and other related work.

  • Operates light equipment. (Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.)

  • Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations.

  • Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.

  • Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment.

  • Performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees, brush and mowing, fertilizing and watering, as required moves items related to these duties.

  • Performs some carpentry work.

  • Performs some clerical duties.

  • Repairs and installs posts and mailbox supports, as required moves items related to these duties.

  • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:Education: 
  • Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.

Experience: 

No Experience Required (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent) 

Other Conditions:
  • Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.
  • Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.
Preferred Qualifications:Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Required to wear protective hard hat, or other personal protective equipment/devices.

  • Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection

  • Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs

  • Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling

  • Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)

  • Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position

  • Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction

  • Standing-prolonged periods of time

  • Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts

  • Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts

  • Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

  • This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

  • Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

    • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.


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