Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers

Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.

SOC: 49-2092.00

Common Job Titles

  • Electric Motor Winder
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Repair Technician
  • Service Technician

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

16,570

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $36,310. 25th percentile: U.S. $44,480. 50th percentile: U.S. $53,990. 75th percentile: U.S. $66,180. 90th percentile: U.S. $79,230. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$36,310
10% of workers earn the following or more$79,230
Workers on average earn$56,820

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mechanical4.2/5
  • Production and Processing3.2/5
  • English Language3.2/5
  • Administration and Management3.0/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.0/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Python
  • SAP software

Technology Skills

  • Commutator profiling software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Motor testing software

Tools & Equipment

  • Abrasive blasting machines
  • Adjustable hand wrenches
  • Air grinders
  • Alignment lasers
  • Analog ohmmeters
  • Arbor presses
  • Armature air gap gauges
  • Armature winders
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment