Notes on employment for Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers

  • Highly skilled mechanics usually learn their trade through a 4-year apprenticeship program, while lower skilled maintenance workers receive short-term on-the-job training.
  • Employment is projected to grow more slowly than average, but applicants with broad skills in machine repair and maintenance should have favorable job prospects.
  • Unlike many other manufacturing occupations, these workers usually are not affected by seasonal changes in production.




More information on Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers occupation
Number of Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers
Working conditions for Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers
Significant points for Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers
Training requirements for Industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance workers




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