Converter vs generator mechanic

The differences between converters and generator mechanics can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a generator mechanic has an average salary of $41,670, which is higher than the $32,791 average annual salary of a converter.

The top three skills for a converter include assembly line, quality standards and inventory control. The most important skills for a generator mechanic are plumbing, ladders, and hand tools.

Converter vs generator mechanic overview

	Converter	Generator Mechanic
Yearly salary	$32,791	$41,670
Hourly rate	$15.76	$20.03
Growth rate	4%	5%
Number of jobs	5,236	85,822
Job satisfaction	-	5
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 36%
Average age	43	47
Years of experience	-	4

Converter vs generator mechanic salary

Converters and generator mechanics have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Converter	Generator Mechanic
Average salary	$32,791	$41,670
Salary range	Between $24,000 And $43,000	Between $29,000 And $59,000
Highest paying City	-	Buffalo, NY
Highest paying state	-	Alaska
Best paying company	-	Sandia National Labs
Best paying industry	-	Manufacturing

Differences between converter and generator mechanic education

There are a few differences between a converter and a generator mechanic in terms of educational background:

	Converter	Generator Mechanic
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 36%
Most common major	Business	Automotive Technology
Most common college	Stanford University	-

Converter vs generator mechanic demographics

Here are the differences between converters' and generator mechanics' demographics:

	Converter	Generator Mechanic
Average age	43	47
Gender ratio	Male, 57.8% Female, 42.2%	Male, 92.9% Female, 7.1%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 14.3% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 18.3% Asian, 7.7% White, 54.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%	Black or African American, 10.1% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 21.2% Asian, 4.4% White, 59.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
LGBT Percentage	5%	2%

Differences between converter and generator mechanic duties and responsibilities

Converter example responsibilities.

Accomplish the PCB schematics and layout with Altium designer.
Mentore team members with MBM best practices to better position employees to achieve annual growth goals.
Operate various industrial equipment including slitters, perforating machines and packaging lines in order to achieve maximum production capabilities.
Work with Med/Pharm procedures and ISO work instructions in a GMP environment.
Design main power and control circuits and PCB layout.
Train all new employees on company policies and GMP's.

Generator mechanic example responsibilities.

Trouble-shoot electrical components to include, ignition points, alternators, regulators, and solenoids.
General mechanics shop consists of troubleshooting and repairs of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, paint and plastering.
Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns and repair malfunctioning HVAC systems and components; utilize measuring and testing instruments.
Involve in confine space entry with compliance to OSHA regulations and guidelines.
Follow all rules and safety guidelines according to union, plant, and OSHA regulations.
Request assistance from plumbers, painters, HVAC technicians, carpenters, and electricians when necessary.

Converter vs generator mechanic skills

Common converter skills

Assembly Line, 20%
Quality Standards, 19%
Inventory Control, 13%
Machine Operation, 13%
Dc-Ac, 11%
Tig Welding, 7%

Common generator mechanic skills

Plumbing, 8%
Ladders, 6%
Hand Tools, 6%
General Maintenance, 6%
HVAC, 6%
Routine Maintenance, 5%