Helpers—Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers


What They Do

Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 92,900
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $33,100

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 6,900
  • Growth rate: 7 percent (As fast as average)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.

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