*A job as a Mechanical Handyman falls under the broader career category of Maintenance and Repair Workers, General. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Maintenance and Repair Workers, General :
Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of a building in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; HVAC maintenance; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
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Median Annual Wage |
$49,650 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$23.87* |
Total Employed Nationally |
1,503,150 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.