Maintenance Helper / Assistant
Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.
At a Glance
Maintenance Helper / Assistant earns an average of $33,097/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.6 years. Top skills: Valid Driver's License, Painting, HVAC.
$33,097/yr
High school or GED
1.6 years
63
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
Median Wage
$38,860/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+2.3%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (24)
Painting
HVAC
Plumbing
Carpentry
Lifting Ability
Hand Tools
Furniture Cleaning
Oil and Gas
Machinery
Landscaping
Construction
Restaurant Operation
Deep Fryers
Electricity
Mowing
Power Tool Operation
Facility Repair And Maintenance
Irrigation (Landscaping And Agriculture)
Plumbing Fixtures
Mechanics
Drywall (Installation And Repair)
Housekeeping
Good Driving Record
Snow Removal
Common Skills (4)
Operations
Communication
Cleanliness
Management
Certifications (2)
Valid Driver's License
Security Clearance
Related Specializations
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