Electronics supervisor vs head mechanic

The differences between electronics supervisors and head mechanics can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 6-12 months to become an electronics supervisor, becoming a head mechanic takes usually requires 2-4 years. Additionally, a head mechanic has an average salary of $116,841, which is higher than the $55,664 average annual salary of an electronics supervisor.

The top three skills for an electronics supervisor include safety procedures, customer service and control systems. The most important skills for a head mechanic are preventive maintenance, R, and air compressors.

Electronics supervisor vs head mechanic overview

	Electronics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Yearly salary	$55,664	$116,841
Hourly rate	$26.76	$56.17
Growth rate	-	4%
Number of jobs	9,318	42,612
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 37%
Average age	50	49
Years of experience	12	4

Electronics supervisor vs head mechanic salary

Electronics supervisors and head mechanics have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Electronics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Average salary	$55,664	$116,841
Salary range	Between $41,000 And $74,000	Between $86,000 And $158,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between electronics supervisor and head mechanic education

There are a few differences between an electronics supervisor and a head mechanic in terms of educational background:

	Electronics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 37%
Most common major	Electrical Engineering	Automotive Technology
Most common college	Stanford University	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Electronics supervisor vs head mechanic demographics

Here are the differences between electronics supervisors' and head mechanics' demographics:

	Electronics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Average age	50	49
Gender ratio	Male, 84.7% Female, 15.3%	Male, 97.2% Female, 2.8%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 6.3% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 10.4% Asian, 8.0% White, 70.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%	Black or African American, 8.4% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 16.0% Asian, 2.1% White, 67.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
LGBT Percentage	8%	4%

Differences between electronics supervisor and head mechanic duties and responsibilities

Electronics supervisor example responsibilities.

Manage production of PC boards and complete instruments.
Manage a territorial work crew that service maintained and install satellite and cctv systems in residential and commercial properties.
Manage electronics, wireless connection center, layaway and online order/pickup departments.
Streamline RF, power, and audio connectivity.
Maintain and make PLC program modifications to support production process.
Train technicians in maintenance and repairing techniques of shipboard radar equipment.

Head mechanic example responsibilities.

Maintain and manage shop for parts, supplies and priority in jobs and cleanliness.
Weld (Mig, arc, Oxy/Acet . )
Assist lead mechanics with diagnosis and repair of all units and systems.
Involve in all aspects of center maintenance from roof repairs and HVAC to lanes and pinspotters.
Perform plan maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment to include boilers, large air handlers, and roof top units.
Perform any necessary repairs and diagnosis (electrical, hydraulics, engine, drivetrain, suspension, etc .).

Electronics supervisor vs head mechanic skills

Common electronics supervisor skills

Safety Procedures, 17%
Customer Service, 16%
Control Systems, 6%
Computer System, 5%
Sales Floor, 4%
Electronic Components, 4%

Common head mechanic skills

Preventive Maintenance, 6%
R, 6%
Air Compressors, 5%
Diesel Engines, 5%
Brake Systems, 5%
DOT, 5%