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How to become maintenance workers, machineryeducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$60,850
25th–75th pct. $48,920–$75,200
Top pay (est.)
$115,100
Top 10% $88,550
Pay in 5 years
$70,100est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$80,800est.
$69,400–$93,800
Outlook score
46/100
★★☆☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
28%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
−1.9%
4,400 openings / yr

How to become maintenance workers, machinery

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Long-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 Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Key skills

Equipment Maintenance
3.8
Operations Monitoring
3.8
Repairing
3.6
Troubleshooting
3.4
Operation and Control
3.2
Quality Control Analysis
3.1
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Coordination
3.0

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Mechanical
5.8
Design
3.6
Production and Processing
3.5
Education and Training
3.4
English Language
3.4
Administration and Management
3.2
Mathematics
3.0
Engineering and Technology
2.9

What the work involves

Controlling Machines and ProcessesHandling and Moving ObjectsRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentPerforming General Physical ActivitiesOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesUpdating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Important abilities

Near VisionArm-Hand SteadinessVisualizationOral ExpressionControl PrecisionExtent Flexibility

Education of workers

Post-secondary certificate
54%
High school diploma
41%
Associate's degree
3%
Post-bachelor's certificate
3%

Training before entry

6–12 months
25%
1–3 months
20%
Over 10 years
15%
None / short demo
13%
3–6 months
10%
Up to 1 month
7%
2–4 years
6%
1–2 years
3%

Related work experience

1–2 years
36%
4–6 years
23%
Over 10 years
15%
2–4 years
8%
3–6 months
6%
1–3 months
5%
Up to 1 month
5%
6–12 months
3%

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 maintenance workers, machinery

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.