Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Code: 49-9041.00

Also known as: Fixer, Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Industrial Mechanic, Loom Fixer, Machine Adjuster, Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Master Mechanic, Mechanic, Overhauler

Description: Industrial Machinery Mechanics help support the manufacturing industry by repairing and maintaining industrial machinery and other factory equipment. They may provide support for conveying systems, packaging equipment and production machinery. Mechanics have at least a high school degree or GED as well as one or more years of additional training as a Mechanic.

Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Typical wages


10% $35,720
25% $44,270
Median $55,490
75% $67,370
90% $82,450
10% $17.17
25% $21.28
Median $26.68
75% $32.39
90% $39.64

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
399,400
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
461,700
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 40,500