Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
18 tasks analyzed
Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems. | - | - | - |
| Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance. | - | - | - |
| Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs. | - | - | - |
| Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work. | - | - | - |
| Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$60,500
per year
Mean Wage
$61,820
per year
Employment
57K
workers
Wage Range
$40,080 - $83,560
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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