Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. May also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to plans.
SOC: 49-9041.00
Common Job Titles
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Maintenance Technician
Mechanic
Overhauler
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generated
Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeDesign equipment modification plans and repair strategies adapting machinery to new production requirements under time and resource constraints.
Advanced
KnowledgeAnalyze mechanical failures and equipment malfunctions using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting protocols in industrial production settings.
Proficient
Hands-onPerform precision repairs on industrial machinery and processing equipment following manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
Proficient
Hands-onOperate welding equipment, lathes, and milling machines to fabricate and modify replacement parts independently.
Proficient
Hands-onExecute precisely equipment maintenance procedures and preventive maintenance schedules monitoring machinery performance indicators to minimize downtime.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate equipment performance data and quality control metrics to determine compliance with operational standards and safety regulations.
Proficient
KnowledgeInterpret technical blueprints, schematics, and programmable logic controller (PLC) outputs to guide installation and adjustment of production machinery.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate safety protocols with production efficiency goals when coordinating with production teams and training junior mechanics.
Proficient
Hands-onManipulate rigging equipment, hoists, and hydraulic tools to install, dismantle, and relocate heavy industrial machinery according to engineering plans.
Developing
Hands-onCalibrate precision measurement instruments and alignment equipment ensuring machinery operates within specified tolerances.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Industrial Machinery Mechanics (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
421,940
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $45,090. 25th percentile: U.S. $52,710. 50th percentile: U.S. $63,760. 75th percentile: U.S. $78,070. 90th percentile: U.S. $92,730. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$45,090
10% of workers earn the following or more
$92,730
Workers on average earn
$67,160
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Mechanical4.3/5
English Language3.5/5
Production and Processing3.4/5
Engineering and Technology3.3/5
Design3.3/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
