Audio video mechanic vs mechanic

The differences between audio video mechanics and mechanics can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both an audio video mechanic and a mechanic. Additionally, an audio video mechanic has an average salary of $55,938, which is higher than the $47,149 average annual salary of a mechanic.

The top three skills for an audio video mechanic include video equipment, product knowledge and . The most important skills for a mechanic are hand tools, preventive maintenance, and customer service.

Audio video mechanic vs mechanic overview

	Audio Video Mechanic	Mechanic
Yearly salary	$55,938	$47,149
Hourly rate	$26.89	$22.67
Growth rate	10%	4%
Number of jobs	35,754	100,534
Job satisfaction	-	4.25
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 43%	High School Diploma, 42%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	2	2

Audio video mechanic vs mechanic salary

Audio video mechanics and mechanics have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Audio Video Mechanic	Mechanic
Average salary	$55,938	$47,149
Salary range	Between $32,000 And $95,000	Between $35,000 And $63,000
Highest paying City	-	San Jose, CA
Highest paying state	-	Connecticut
Best paying company	-	Anheuser-Busch
Best paying industry	-	Manufacturing

Differences between audio video mechanic and mechanic education

There are a few differences between an audio video mechanic and a mechanic in terms of educational background:

	Audio Video Mechanic	Mechanic
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 43%	High School Diploma, 42%
Most common major	Music	Automotive Technology
Most common college	New York University	-

Audio video mechanic vs mechanic demographics

Here are the differences between audio video mechanics' and mechanics' demographics:

	Audio Video Mechanic	Mechanic
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 84.6% Female, 15.4%	Male, 95.7% Female, 4.3%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 8.9% Unknown, 6.4% Hispanic or Latino, 27.8% Asian, 4.0% White, 52.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 8.5% Unknown, 5.0% Hispanic or Latino, 17.1% Asian, 2.4% White, 65.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
LGBT Percentage	5%	2%

Differences between audio video mechanic and mechanic duties and responsibilities

Audio video mechanic example responsibilities.

Record customer information in store POS system to write-up tickets for purchases.
Escalate situations including nationwide dispatch contact for customer resolution.
Escalate situations including nationwide dispatch contact for customer resolution.

Mechanic example responsibilities.

Dismantle and re-assemble equipment, using hoists and hand tools, such as transfer cases, hydraulic cylinders, bell housings.
Identify issues with wire feeder and power source, break press, overhead cranes , 2 ton to 25 ton hoists.
chain saws, trimmers, tractors, push mowers, blowers, generators, cut saws, power washers, etc.
Work with networking, plumbing, troubleshooting electrical and performing mechanical repairs.
Monitor HVAC systems and operations, and ensure that routine preventive maintenance are performed according to establish schedules.
Complete repair of low-boy style trailers, and tractors with wet line PTO systems.

Audio video mechanic vs mechanic skills

Common audio video mechanic skills

Video Equipment, 61%
Product Knowledge, 39%

Common mechanic skills

Hand Tools, 9%
Preventive Maintenance, 8%
Customer Service, 7%
Customer Vehicles, 7%
Diagnosis, 6%
Electrical Systems, 5%

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