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Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Ensure the seamless operation of machinery through regular maintenance and part replacement.

35 000 – 80 000 USD
Average salary / year
Post-secondary technical training or associate degree in industrial maintenance or related field
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Growing
Employability
Typically 1 to 2 years including technical training and apprenticeship
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
None
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Growing
Employability
Typically 1 to 2 years including technical training and apprenticeship
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
None

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
35 000 – 45 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
46 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
61 000 – 80 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Access to this profession typically requires completion of a technical diploma or apprenticeship.

Prior mechanical experience can facilitate entry, and certification enhances employability.

Training — United States

Training is based on professional curricula focused on industrial machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, often delivered through technical colleges or apprenticeship programs.

Emphasis is on hands-on skills and safety procedures.

The job market — United States

The demand for maintenance technicians remains strong due to ongoing industrial activity and the need to maintain complex machinery.

  • Sectors such as manufacturing and energy are primary employers.
  • Automation poses some risk but also creates demand for skilled technicians.

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