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What is a model engine mechanic and how to become one
Model engine mechanics inspect, repair, and maintain small engines that are found in motorized equipment, including lawnmowers, motorcycles, motorboats, and chainsaws, among many others. Model engine mechanics typically specialize in one type of equipment. For example, some mechanics focus on motorboat mechanics, motorcycle mechanics, and outdoor power equipment.
The typical duties of this role are diagnosing engine issues, performing preventive maintenance, testing engines for faulty parts, adjusting components, and repairing or replacing defective parts of the engine. After conducting engine repairs, a model engine mechanic is also responsible for re-assembling the engine and recording the inspections, work performed, test results, and parts used.
Most model engine mechanics have at least a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or another relevant field. More importantly, model engine mechanics have extensive on-the-job experience working with actual machinery and gaining mechanical skills needed for the role.
In the US, the average salary of a model engine mechanic is $75,000 or roughly $36 an hour. Top-paying industries for model engine mechanics include motorcycles, electric vehicles, and power equipment.
Avg. Salary $76,923
Avg. Salary $59,228
Growth rate 2%
Growth rate 0.3%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.11%
Asian 16.15%
Black or African American 3.17%
Hispanic or Latino 8.27%
Unknown 4.54%
White 67.77%
Genderfemale 22.36%
male 77.64%
Age - 39American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%
Asian 7.00%
Black or African American 14.00%
Hispanic or Latino 19.00%
White 57.00%
Genderfemale 47.00%
male 53.00%
Age - 39Stress level is high
7.1 - high
Complexity level is advanced
7 - challenging
Work life balance is fair
6.4 - fair
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Skills Percentages C++ 29.46% Linux 14.42% LS-DYNA 8.90% Prototyping 5.48% In-House 5.02% Complete relevant model engine mechanic training and internships
Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New model engine mechanics learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a model engine mechanic based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real model engine mechanic resumes.Research model engine mechanic duties and responsibilities
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Average model engine mechanic salary
The average model engine mechanic salary in the United States is $76,923 per year or $37 per hour. Model engine mechanic salaries range between $56,000 and $105,000 per year.
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just seeing myself fixing something making it work as new.
Updated January 8, 2025
