Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
SOC Code: 49-3053 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, recreational sporting equipment, and related equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $47,154 | $70,782 | $94,411 | $118,040 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $41,850 | $52,291 | $62,712 | $73,154 |
| Salinas, CA | $42,536 | $51,563 | $60,570 | $69,597 |
| Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area | $33,966 | $45,698 | $57,408 | $69,139 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $44,387 | $51,813 | $59,259 | $66,685 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $44,200 | $51,522 | $58,864 | $66,186 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $39,686 | $48,464 | $57,221 | $65,998 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $40,581 | $49,046 | $57,533 | $65,998 |
| Pocatello, ID | $33,155 | $43,846 | $54,558 | $65,250 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $47,029 | $53,102 | $59,155 | $65,229 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 3.9 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.9 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.8 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.2 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.3 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.4 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.2 |
| Education and Training | 3.2 |
| Transportation | 3.1 |
| Sales and Marketing | 3.1 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 48.0% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 27.3% |
| Some college | 12.5% |
| Less than high school | 12.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Repair and maintain gasoline engines used to power equipment such as portable saws, lawn mowers, generators, and compressors.
- Adjust points, valves, carburetors, distributors, and spark plug gaps, using feeler gauges.
- Reassemble engines after repair or maintenance work is complete.
- Record repairs made, time spent, and parts used.
- Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and oiling parts, honing cylinders, and tuning ignition systems.
- Obtain problem descriptions from customers, and prepare cost estimates for repairs.
- Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
- Repair or replace defective parts such as magnetos, water pumps, gears, pistons, and carburetors, using hand tools.
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