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Job outlook for transmission technicians in the United States
Are transmission technician jobs in demand?
Transmission technician job and salary trends over time
Transmission technician jobs over time
Transmission technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,269 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,250 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,321 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,306 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,289 | 0.00% |
Average transmission technician salary over time
Transmission technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $42,179 | $20.28 | +4.7% |
| 2024 | $40,302 | $19.38 | +3.4% |
| 2023 | $38,981 | $18.74 | +2.9% |
| 2022 | $37,870 | $18.21 | +2.8% |
| 2021 | $36,836 | $17.71 | +1.6% |
Transmission technician jobs by state
Most common states for transmission technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 201 | 15% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 192 | 14% |
| 3 | Alaska | 739,795 | 100 | 14% |
| 4 | Delaware | 961,939 | 126 | 13% |
| 5 | Vermont | 623,657 | 78 | 13% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 842 | 12% |
| 7 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 673 | 12% |
| 8 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,149 | 11% |
| 9 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 404 | 11% |
| 10 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 345 | 11% |
| 11 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 113 | 11% |
| 12 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,031 | 10% |
| 13 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 930 | 10% |
| 14 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 661 | 10% |
| 15 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 587 | 10% |
| 16 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 560 | 10% |
| 17 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 540 | 10% |
| 18 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 467 | 10% |
| 19 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 189 | 10% |
| 20 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 107 | 10% |
Most common cities for transmission technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hartford | 1 | 1% | $41,189 |
| 2 | Jacksonville | 1 | 0% | $41,858 |
| 3 | North Las Vegas | 1 | 0% | $47,739 |
Transmission Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of transmission technician experts
Julia Johnson
Professor, Automotive TechnologySkyline College
Vehicle Maintenance And Repair Technologies/Technicians
What general advice would you give to a Transmission Technician?
Julia Johnson: You will be starting out as a Lube Tech for your first job in the automotive industry. You will be expected to perform maintenance services accurately and within the industry standard timeframe. It may seem like it’s not challenging enough or too repetitive, but you will be expected to prove yourself at this level before you can advance.
Caid Kroeger
Associates Degree Coordinator/InstructorWeber State University
Vehicle Maintenance And Repair Technologies/Technicians
What will help Transmission Technicians increase their earning potential?
Caid Kroeger: Some advice I can give is embrace learning, work on your soft skills, and develop a strong understanding of electrical systems. With the continuous advancement of technology in the automotive industry, marked by the emergence of electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving, and connected car technologies, it is crucial for technicians to embrace continuous learning. Keeping pace with these advancements requires not only additional training and certifications but also a detailed understanding of the increasingly complex electrical systems that modern vehicles rely on. Enhancing electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills has become more important than ever. Alongside these technical proficiencies, the cultivation of soft skills cannot be recommended enough. Effective communication, adept problem-solving, and superior customer service are essential, especially when it comes to explaining technical issues to customers who may lack technical expertise.
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Transmission Technicians in the next 3-5 years?
Trish Serratore: Vehicle manufacturers continue to add technology to their vehicles. Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS), collision avoidance technology, and telematics are just a few of these technologies. Infotainment will continue to be a prevalent factor as more folks want their vehicles to do what their phone does.
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Transmission Technicians in the next 5 years?
Trish Serratore: Hard to say. There is no shortage of folks who would like to work as technicians. As technology increases, the competencies required will change the job descriptions. We will always need technicians for oil changes, brake repairs, HVAC, and the like. However, we will also need, but not as many, technicians with highly developed computer and electronic skills.