Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanics
Maintain and repair small engines, such as those in chain saws, lawn mowers, and similar equipment.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Below the statewide median $22.87 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Below statewide average
Growth rate: 6.7% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
Vocational training is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Golf Cart Mechanic Lawnmower Repair Mechanic Small Engine Technician See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays below the statewide median wage.
Wages for Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanics *
U S |
$17.28 | $19.95 | $24.18 |
---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$20.24 | $22.87 | $24.05 |
Central Minnesota |
$20.73 | $22.93 | $23.66 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$18.79 | $20.92 | $23.03 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$19.06 | $21.06 | $23.16 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$18.51 | $22.54 | $24.21 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$22.11 | $23.44 | $25.14 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 680 workers employed in this very small career.
Where do Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanics most often work?
- Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
- Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
- Repair and Maintenance
- General Merchandise Stores
- Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
Current Demand
This career is currently in low demand.
Future Demand
This career is seeing low growth compared to other careers.
There will be a need for about 955 new Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanics to meet market demand between 2020-2030. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.