Electronics supervisor vs lead mechanic

The differences between electronics supervisors and lead 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 lead mechanic takes usually requires 2-4 years. Additionally, an electronics supervisor has an average salary of $55,664, which is higher than the $54,471 average annual salary of a lead mechanic.

The top three skills for an electronics supervisor include safety procedures, customer service and control systems. The most important skills for a lead mechanic are hand tools, preventive maintenance, and HVAC.

Electronics supervisor vs lead mechanic overview

	Electronics Supervisor	Lead Mechanic
Yearly salary	$55,664	$54,471
Hourly rate	$26.76	$26.19
Growth rate	-	4%
Number of jobs	9,318	86,668
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	Associate Degree, 31%
Average age	50	49
Years of experience	12	4

Electronics supervisor vs lead mechanic salary

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

	Electronics Supervisor	Lead Mechanic
Average salary	$55,664	$54,471
Salary range	Between $41,000 And $74,000	Between $40,000 And $73,000
Highest paying City	-	Anchorage, AK
Highest paying state	-	Alaska
Best paying company	-	California Resources
Best paying industry	-	Manufacturing

Differences between electronics supervisor and lead mechanic education

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

	Electronics Supervisor	Lead Mechanic
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	Associate Degree, 31%
Most common major	Electrical Engineering	Automotive Technology
Most common college	Stanford University	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Electronics supervisor vs lead mechanic demographics

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

	Electronics Supervisor	Lead Mechanic
Average age	50	49
Gender ratio	Male, 84.7% Female, 15.3%	Male, 96.8% Female, 3.2%
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, 8.3% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 15.8% Asian, 2.1% White, 68.1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
LGBT Percentage	8%	4%

Differences between electronics supervisor and lead 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.

Lead mechanic example responsibilities.

Manage the repairs of electrical and mechanical components, such as power assemblies and traction motors.
Manage routine maintenance and modifications for locomotives as well as preventative maintenance for freight cars.
Complete restoration of antique motorcycles, extensive engine repair, payroll, quarterly reports, parts sales and database inventory.
Assemble and repair motor scooters.
Perform conventional welding, MIG, TIG, OxyAcet.
Ensure quality repairs are made while meeting stringent FRA guidelines.

Electronics supervisor vs lead 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 lead mechanic skills

Hand Tools, 9%
Preventive Maintenance, 8%
HVAC, 6%
Electrical Systems, 4%
Mechanical Equipment, 4%
Hydraulic Systems, 4%