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Quick Facts: Small Engine Mechanics | |
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$31,790 per year
$15.29 per hour |
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High school diploma or equivalent | |
None | |
See How to Become One | |
68,800 | |
21% (Faster than average) | |
14,300 |
What Small Engine Mechanics Do
Small engine mechanics inspect, service, and repair motorized power equipment. Mechanics often specialize in one type of equipment, such as motorcycles, motorboats, or outdoor power equipment.
Work Environment
Small engine mechanics generally work in well-ventilated and noisy repair shops. They sometimes make onsite repair calls, which may require working in poor weather conditions. Although most work full time during regular business hours, seasonal work hours often fluctuate. Workers are often busiest during the spring and summer, when use of equipment is the highest.
How to Become a Small Engine Mechanic
As motorized power equipment becomes more sophisticated, employers increasingly prefer to hire mechanics who have completed formal training programs. However, many mechanics learn their trade informally on the job.
Pay
The median annual wage of small engine mechanics was $31,790 in May 2010.
Job Outlook
Employment of small engine mechanics is expected to grow 21 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Those with formal training should have very good job opportunities.
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