Shovel mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Shovel mechanic gender statistics
0.0% of shovel mechanics are women and 100.0% of shovel mechanics are men.
- Male, 100.0%
- Female, 0.0%
Shovel mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 100.0% |
| Female | 0.0% |
Shovel mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,231
Female income
$46,672
Shovel mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in shovel mechanic positions over time. Currently, 0.0% of shovel mechanics are female.
Shovel mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2021 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
Shovel mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared shovel mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, ase master mechanic and drivability technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 13% | 85% |
| Human Service Technician | 26% | 69% |
| Elevator Service Technician | 96% | 2% |
| Drivability Technician | 97% | 3% |
| ASE Master Mechanic | 98% | 1% |
| Shovel Mechanic | 100% | - |
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Shovel mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among shovel mechanics is White, which makes up 78.7% of all shovel mechanics. Comparatively, 11.5% of shovel mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 3.8% of shovel mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 78.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.5%
- Black or African American, 3.8%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- Asian, 1.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Shovel mechanic race
| Shovel mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 78.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| Asian | 1.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Shovel mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how shovel mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Shovel mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 83.63% | 3.55% | 1.09% | 9.69% |
| 2011 | 82.64% | 3.82% | 0.84% | 10.92% |
| 2012 | 81.93% | 4.82% | 0.97% | 10.60% |
| 2013 | 80.52% | 4.29% | 1.35% | 11.36% |
| 2014 | 81.83% | 3.82% | 1.15% | 11.32% |
| 2015 | 80.84% | 4.07% | 1.04% | 11.98% |
| 2016 | 81.66% | 3.22% | 1.43% | 11.52% |
| 2017 | 82.94% | 2.92% | 1.64% | 10.03% |
| 2018 | 79.74% | 4.08% | 1.57% | 12.46% |
| 2019 | 82.45% | 3.86% | 1.18% | 10.60% |
| 2020 | 80.12% | 3.72% | 0.80% | 10.83% |
| 2021 | 78.73% | 3.79% | 1.59% | 11.53% |
Shovel mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian shovel mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown shovel mechanics have the lowest average salary at $45,420.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,420 |
| White | $47,335 |
| Black or African American | $46,338 |
| Asian | $51,374 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,923 |
Average shovel mechanic age
See how the average age of shovel mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Shovel mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46.5 | |
| Unknown | 38 | |
| Asian | 45 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | |
| White | 44 | |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Shovel mechanic age breakdown
The average age of shovel mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the shovel mechanic population.
Shovel mechanic age breakdown
| Shovel Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Shovel mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for shovel mechanics is high school diploma, with 45% of shovel mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Associate, 27%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 19%
Shovel mechanics by degree level
| Shovel mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Associate | 27% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 19% |
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Shovel mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, shovel mechanics with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $51,527 annually. With a Associate degree, shovel mechanics earn a median annual income of $49,147 compared to $47,986 for shovel mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,986 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,527 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,147 |
Shovel mechanic employment statistics
Company size where shovel mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where shovel mechanics work.
Shovel mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 31% |
Shovel mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Shovel mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for shovel mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shovel mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Shovel mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.08% |
| 2011 | 6.17% |
| 2012 | 4.03% |
| 2013 | 4.34% |
| 2014 | 4.29% |
| 2015 | 3.08% |
| 2016 | 2.35% |
| 2017 | 2.41% |
| 2018 | 1.70% |
| 2019 | 2.04% |
| 2020 | 3.35% |
| 2021 | 2.80% |
Average shovel mechanic tenure
The average shovel mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 47 shovel mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Shovel mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 42% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 10% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Shovel mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of shovel mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Shovel Mechanic | 1.31% | - |
| Heavy Duty Mechanic | 1.79% | 51,609 |
| Automobile Mechanic Apprentice | 2.20% | 39,662 |
| Aircraft And Powerplant Mechanic | 2.41% | 35,545 |
| Tire Mechanic | 3.57% | 37,644 |
| Body Mechanic | 3.73% | 38,112 |
| Motor Bike Mechanic | 5.18% | 34,158 |
Similar shovel mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Duty Mechanic | 1.79% | 51,609 |
| Automobile Mechanic Apprentice | 2.20% | 39,662 |
| Aircraft And Powerplant Mechanic | 2.41% | 35,545 |
| Tire Mechanic | 3.57% | 37,644 |
| Body Mechanic | 3.73% | 38,112 |
| Motor Bike Mechanic | 5.18% | 34,158 |