Maintenance mechanic helper demographics and statistics in the US
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Maintenance mechanic helper gender statistics
7.2% of maintenance mechanic helpers are women and 92.8% of maintenance mechanic helpers are men.
- Male, 92.8%
- Female, 7.2%
Maintenance mechanic helper gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.8% |
| Female | 7.2% |
Maintenance mechanic helper gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,432
Female income
$30,116
Maintenance mechanic helper gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in maintenance mechanic helper positions over time. Currently, 7.2% of maintenance mechanic helpers are female.
Maintenance mechanic helper gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.52% | 4.48% |
| 2011 | 95.16% | 4.84% |
| 2012 | 94.18% | 5.82% |
| 2013 | 93.85% | 6.15% |
| 2014 | 95.00% | 5.00% |
| 2015 | 93.93% | 6.07% |
| 2016 | 95.42% | 4.58% |
| 2017 | 93.81% | 6.19% |
| 2018 | 93.88% | 6.12% |
| 2019 | 92.08% | 7.92% |
| 2020 | 93.16% | 6.84% |
| 2021 | 92.83% | 7.17% |
Maintenance mechanic helper related jobs gender ratio
We compared maintenance mechanic helpers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Maintenance Mechanic Helper | 93% | 7% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Maintenance mechanic helper demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among maintenance mechanic helpers is White, which makes up 58.1% of all maintenance mechanic helpers. Comparatively, 22.2% of maintenance mechanic helpers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.9% of maintenance mechanic helpers are Black or African American.
- White, 58.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.2%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Asian, 4.4%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Maintenance mechanic helper race
| Maintenance mechanic helper race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.2% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 4.4% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Maintenance mechanic helper race and ethnicity over time
See how maintenance mechanic helper racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Maintenance mechanic helper race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.30% | 10.81% | 3.08% | 19.44% |
| 2011 | 63.62% | 10.80% | 3.16% | 19.62% |
| 2012 | 63.60% | 10.25% | 3.41% | 19.99% |
| 2013 | 64.61% | 9.88% | 3.19% | 19.72% |
| 2014 | 65.05% | 9.47% | 3.31% | 19.66% |
| 2015 | 64.14% | 9.84% | 3.07% | 20.43% |
| 2016 | 63.20% | 9.11% | 3.32% | 21.30% |
| 2017 | 64.37% | 9.57% | 3.11% | 20.50% |
| 2018 | 64.11% | 9.36% | 3.37% | 20.65% |
| 2019 | 62.80% | 9.32% | 3.88% | 21.15% |
| 2020 | 59.23% | 9.88% | 3.32% | 22.32% |
| 2021 | 58.09% | 9.94% | 4.37% | 22.25% |
Maintenance mechanic helper wage gap by race
According to our data, white maintenance mechanic helpers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american maintenance mechanic helpers have the lowest average salary at $31,090.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,505 |
| White | $33,845 |
| Black or African American | $31,090 |
| Asian | $33,149 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,652 |
Average maintenance mechanic helper age
See how the average age of maintenance mechanic helpers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Maintenance mechanic helper age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 51 | 38 |
| Unknown | 45 | 50 |
| Asian | 50 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | 46 |
| White | 49 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50 |
Maintenance mechanic helper age breakdown
The average age of maintenance mechanic helpers is 40+ years years old, representing 70% of the maintenance mechanic helper population.
Maintenance mechanic helper age breakdown
| Maintenance Mechanic Helper Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 70% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Maintenance mechanic helper educational attainment
The most common degree for maintenance mechanic helpers is high school diploma, with 53% of maintenance mechanic helpers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 18% and bachelor's degree degree at 12%.
- High School Diploma, 53%
- Bachelor's, 18%
- Associate, 12%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Maintenance mechanic helpers by degree level
| Maintenance mechanic helper degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 53% |
| Bachelor's | 18% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Maintenance mechanic helper wage gap by degree level
According to the data, maintenance mechanic helpers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $35,191 annually. With a Associate degree, maintenance mechanic helpers earn a median annual income of $34,122 compared to $31,938 for maintenance mechanic helpers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,938 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,191 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,122 |
Maintenance mechanic helper employment statistics
Most maintenance mechanic helpers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where maintenance mechanic helpers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where maintenance mechanic helpers work.
Maintenance mechanic helper jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Maintenance mechanic helper jobs by company type
Employees with the maintenance mechanic helper job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most maintenance mechanic helpers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Maintenance mechanic helper jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 69% |
| Government | 7% |
Maintenance mechanic helper jobs by industry
The most common industries for maintenance mechanic helpers are manufacturing, construction and professional.
Maintenance mechanic helper industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 22% |
| Construction | 12% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Government | 6% |
| Utilities | 6% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Maintenance mechanic helper turnover and employment statistics
Maintenance mechanic helper unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for maintenance mechanic helpers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Maintenance mechanic helper unemployment rate by year
| Year | Maintenance mechanic helper unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.56% |
| 2011 | 6.50% |
| 2012 | 5.56% |
| 2013 | 4.65% |
| 2014 | 3.96% |
| 2015 | 3.77% |
| 2016 | 3.13% |
| 2017 | 3.00% |
| 2018 | 2.08% |
| 2019 | 2.11% |
| 2020 | 3.84% |
| 2021 | 3.43% |
Average maintenance mechanic helper tenure
The average maintenance mechanic helper stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 260 maintenance mechanic helpers resumes in Zippia's database.
Maintenance mechanic helper tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Maintenance mechanic helper LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of maintenance mechanic helpers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Coolers Installer | 1.73% | 15,225 |
| Plant Changer | 2.00% | 8,670 |
| Maintenance Mechanic Helper | 2.21% | - |
| Key Maker | 3.52% | 16,263 |
| Shop Assistant | 3.67% | 11,156 |
| Room Cooler Installer | 3.71% | 39,774 |
| Watch Caser | 8.86% | 252 |
Similar maintenance mechanic helper jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Coolers Installer | 1.73% | 15,225 |
| Plant Changer | 2.00% | 8,670 |
| Key Maker | 3.52% | 16,263 |
| Shop Assistant | 3.67% | 11,156 |
| Room Cooler Installer | 3.71% | 39,774 |
| Watch Caser | 8.86% | 252 |
Foreign languages spoken by maintenance mechanic helpers
- Spanish, 100.0%
Maintenance mechanic helper languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |
