Turbine mechanic vs rig mechanic

The differences between turbine mechanics and rig mechanics can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a turbine mechanic and a rig mechanic. Additionally, a turbine mechanic has an average salary of $51,614, which is higher than the $44,088 average annual salary of a rig mechanic.

The top three skills for a turbine mechanic include calipers, cranes and EHS. The most important skills for a rig mechanic are hand tools, troubleshoot, and mechanical equipment.

Turbine mechanic vs rig mechanic overview

	Turbine Mechanic	Rig Mechanic
Yearly salary	$51,614	$44,088
Hourly rate	$24.81	$21.20
Growth rate	14%	14%
Number of jobs	33,945	89,556
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 42%	High School Diploma, 28%
Average age	48	48
Years of experience	2	2

Turbine mechanic vs rig mechanic salary

Turbine mechanics and rig mechanics have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Turbine Mechanic	Rig Mechanic
Average salary	$51,614	$44,088
Salary range	Between $37,000 And $70,000	Between $29,000 And $66,000
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Differences between turbine mechanic and rig mechanic education

There are a few differences between a turbine mechanic and a rig mechanic in terms of educational background:

	Turbine Mechanic	Rig Mechanic
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 42%	High School Diploma, 28%
Most common major	Business	Automotive Technology
Most common college	-	-

Turbine mechanic vs rig mechanic demographics

Here are the differences between turbine mechanics' and rig mechanics' demographics:

	Turbine Mechanic	Rig Mechanic
Average age	48	48
Gender ratio	Male, 97.3% Female, 2.7%	Male, 96.3% Female, 3.7%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 7.5% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 17.4% Asian, 3.2% White, 66.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%	Black or African American, 8.3% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 16.8% Asian, 3.4% White, 66.4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
LGBT Percentage	2%	2%

Differences between turbine mechanic and rig mechanic duties and responsibilities

Turbine mechanic example responsibilities.

Manage and resource subordinates in the accomplishment of several missions in support of USACE, FEMA and other government organizations.
Organize a procedure for rapid plumbing repairs by proactively devising a solid inventory system for effectively managing spare parts and tools.
Repair HVAC systems and diesel power units.
Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
Repair vertical and horizontal pumps, fans, blowers and turbines.
Experience with A330-200, B767, B747-400, MD-11 CF60, GE/PW, DC-10 aircraft.

Rig mechanic example responsibilities.

Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.

Turbine mechanic vs rig mechanic skills

Common turbine mechanic skills

Calipers, 18%
Cranes, 17%
EHS, 13%
Hoists, 13%
Dial Indicators, 11%
Laser Alignment, 6%

Common rig mechanic skills

Hand Tools, 13%
Troubleshoot, 12%
Mechanical Equipment, 10%
Cranes, 9%
Preventive Maintenance, 7%
Mud Pumps, 6%

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