Maintenance Workers, Machinery
SOC Code: 49-9043 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Maintenance Workers, Machinery. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vallejo, CA | $53,206 | $72,530 | $91,874 | $111,197 |
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $75,234 | $86,216 | $97,178 | $108,160 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $53,331 | $70,054 | $86,778 | $103,501 |
| Casper, WY | $72,488 | $80,600 | $88,733 | $96,845 |
| Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $69,098 | $78,166 | $87,235 | $96,304 |
| Cheyenne, WY | $69,077 | $78,146 | $87,214 | $96,283 |
| Dothan, AL | $51,002 | $65,936 | $80,870 | $95,805 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $47,965 | $63,856 | $79,768 | $95,659 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $54,725 | $68,266 | $81,827 | $95,368 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $51,085 | $65,416 | $79,768 | $94,099 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.8 | |
| Repairing | 3.8 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.8 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.6 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.5 |
| Production and Processing | 3.4 |
| Administration and Management | 3.2 |
| English Language | 3.0 |
| Design | 3.0 |
| Education and Training | 3.0 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.9 |
| Mathematics | 2.8 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 54.1% |
| High school diploma | 40.7% |
| Associate's degree | 2.6% |
| Master's degree | 2.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
- Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
- Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
- Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
- Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
- Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
- Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
- Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word SAP software Computerized maintenance management system software CMMS Database software Management information systems MIS Operating system software Scheduling software Spreadsheet software Web browser software Word processing software
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