The median pay for Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers is $56,210 a year ($27.02/hr), according to BLS OEWS, May 2025. Employment is projected to grow 4.4% through 2035, with about 1,400 openings a year (BLS EP, 2025–2035). Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- SOC 49-2092
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
- Last updated October 9, 2026
At a glance
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer in four numbers
- Median pay
- $56,210a year, or $27.02/hrBLS OEWS, May 2025Lowest 10% $37KTop 10% $85K
US median, all jobs: $50,980
- Projected growth
- +4.4%About as fast as averageBLS EP, 2025–2035This career+4.4%All jobs+3.5%
Projected employment change, 2025–2035 Item Value This career +4.4% All jobs +3.5% - Openings a year
- 1,40016,100 jobs todayBLS EP, 2025–2035
- Jobs in 202516.1K
- Projected 203516.8K
Employment, 2025–2035 Item Value Jobs in 2025 16.1K Projected 2035 16.8K - Typical education
- High schoolneeded to enterBLS EP, 2025–2035; mix: O*NET
- Less than high school1.9%
- High school30.9%
- Certificate39.2%
- Some college8.3%
- Associate's19.8%
Highest education held by electric motor, power tool, and related repairers Segment Value Less than high school 1.9% High school 30.9% Certificate 39.2% Some college 8.3% Associate's 19.8%
Also advertised as: Electric Motor Mechanic, Electric Motor Repairman, Electric Motor Winder, Electro Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Power Tool Repair Technician.
Pay
How much do Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers make?
Every electric motor, power tool, and related repairer in the US, by percentile of annual wage
Median
$56,210
Middle half earn $45,190 to $69,090
- 10th
- $37,100
- 25th
- $45,190
- 75th
- $69,090
- 90th
- $85,200
All US occupations: $50,980
| Percentile | Value |
|---|---|
| 10th | $37,100 |
| 25th | $45,190 |
| Median | $56,210 |
| 75th | $69,090 |
| 90th | $85,200 |
| All US occupations | $50,980 |
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025
- Median annual wage
- $56,210
- Median hourly wage
- $27.02/hr
- Mean annual wage
- $58,610
- People employed
- 14,450
Versus all US occupations
At $56,210, Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers earn 10% above the $50,980 median across all US occupations, a difference of $5,230 a year.
Versus installation, maintenance, and repair occupations
Inside the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair group, where the middle occupation pays $61,150, this is 8% below the group median.
Pay range
The top 10% earn $85,200 or more while the bottom 10% earn $37,100, a gap of 2.3×. That is a typical spread for a US occupation.
Rank in the bank
This median pays more than 28% of the 1,741 occupations in the NueCareer career bank.
Cost of living
Illinois posts the highest raw median ($79,320), but once local prices are taken into account Wisconsin leads at $80,291 in national-average dollars.
Pay by state
Which states pay Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers the most?
State medians come from the same OEWS release as the national figures. The cost-of-living column divides each state median by that state's BEA Regional Price Parity, restating pay in national-average dollars so a high-cost state and a low-cost one can be compared directly.
| State | Median | COL-adjusted | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Illinois | $79,320 | $79,353 | 840 |
| 2Wisconsin | $75,550 | $80,291 | 260 |
| 3New York | $66,710 | $61,814 | 410 |
| 4California | $66,040 | $59,646 | 810 |
| 5Connecticut | $63,970 | $61,741 | 180 |
| 6Virginia | $63,690 | $62,995 | 570 |
| 7New Hampshire | $63,030 | $60,510 | N/A |
| 8Massachusetts | $62,710 | $59,296 | N/A |
| 9Colorado | $61,570 | $59,747 | 640 |
| 10North Dakota | $61,160 | $68,751 | 160 |
Job outlook
Is Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer a growing career?
Employment change over 2025–2035, against every US occupation
About as fast as average. +4.4% projected growth vs 3.5% for all occupations.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers | +4.4% |
| All US occupations | +3.5% |
Source: BLS EP, 2025–2035
About as fast as average
BLS projects employment of Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers to change 4.4% over 2025–2035, against 3.5% projected for all occupations. That is 700 more jobs.
Annual openings
About 1,400 openings are projected each year, 8.7% of the 16,100 jobs that existed in 2025. Most come from workers leaving the occupation, not from growth alone.
Overall employment of electrical and electronics installers and repairers is projected to show little or no change from 2025 to 2035.
Despite limited employment growth, about 8,900 openings for electrical and electronics installers and repairers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Most of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
Projected employment of electrical and electronics installers and repairers varies by occupation (see table).
Getting in
How to become an Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers typically need at least a high school education, but most specializations require further preparation through a combination of advanced education, on-the-job training, or work experience.
- 1
Typical entry-level education
High school diploma or equivalent
- 2
Work experience in a related occupation
Less than 5 years
- 3
Typical on-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
- 4
Preparation needed (O*NET job zone)
Some preparation
BLS Employment Projections, 2025–2035; job zone from O*NET 31.0 Database.
What education people in the job have
O*NET incumbent survey: the highest level of education reported by people already working as electric motor, power tool, and related repairers.
- Post-Secondary Certificate39.2%
- High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED)30.9%
- Associate's Degree or other 2-year degree19.8%
- Some College Courses8.3%
- Less than a High School Diploma1.9%
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Post-Secondary Certificate | 39.2% |
| High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED) | 30.9% |
| Associate's Degree or other 2-year degree | 19.8% |
| Some College Courses | 8.3% |
| Less than a High School Diploma | 1.9% |
Source: O*NET 31.0 Database
The work
What does an Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer do?
Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers install, adjust, or maintain or repair a variety of electrical and electronic equipment.
Day-to-day tasks
- Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
- Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools.
- Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
- Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
- Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.
- Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.
- Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.
- Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
O*NET core tasks, ordered by reported importance.
Working conditions and hours
Most electrical and electronics installers and repairers work full time. Some may need to be on call during evenings or weekends for emergency repairs.
Where the work happens
Indoors, climate-controlled
NeverEvery dayOutdoors in all weather
NeverEvery day
Physical demands
Sitting
NeverAlmost all the timeStanding
NeverAlmost all the timeOn their feet more than half the working day.
Bending or twisting
NeverAlmost all the time
Working with people
Contact with other people
NoneConstantFace-to-face discussions
NeverEvery dayFace-to-face discussions every day.
Dealing with the public
Not importantExtremely important
Pressure and stakes
Strict deadlines
NeverEvery dayMeeting strict deadlines at least weekly.
Conflict situations
NeverEvery dayCost of a mistake
Not seriousExtremely serious
Autonomy
Freedom to decide
NoneA lotA lot of freedom to make decisions without checking first.
Schedules: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025–2035 edition. Conditions: O*NET Work Context survey. Each item has its own scale, so each dot is read against the two answers that end its own line.
Core skills
O*NET importance, 1 to 5
- Critical Thinking3.8
- Active Listening3.1
- Reading Comprehension3.0
- Speaking3.0
- Writing2.9
- Active Learning2.9
- Monitoring2.9
- Learning Strategies2.8
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 |
| Active Listening | 3.1 |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 |
| Speaking | 3.0 |
| Writing | 2.9 |
| Active Learning | 2.9 |
| Monitoring | 2.9 |
| Learning Strategies | 2.8 |
Source: O*NET 31.0 Database
Transferable skills
O*NET importance, 1 to 5
- Repairing4.1
- Equipment Maintenance3.9
- Troubleshooting3.9
- Equipment Selection3.8
- Quality Control Analysis3.8
- Complex Problem Solving3.6
- Operations Monitoring3.5
- Operation and Control3.3
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Repairing | 4.1 |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.9 |
| Troubleshooting | 3.9 |
| Equipment Selection | 3.8 |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.8 |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 |
| Operation and Control | 3.3 |
Source: O*NET 31.0 Database
Tools and software
- Computer aided design CAD software · in demand
- Data base user interface and query software · in demand
- Electronic mail software · in demand
- Enterprise resource planning ERP software · in demand
- Object or component oriented development software · in demand
- Office suite software · in demand
- Presentation software · in demand
- Spreadsheet software · in demand
- Word processing software · in demand
- Analytical or scientific software
- Facilities management software
“In demand” marks an O*NET Employer-Based Hot Technology, software named in real job postings for this occupation.
Personality fit
What personality type suits an Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer?
O*NET Occupational Interests (RIASEC), scored 1 to 7
| Axis | Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer |
|---|---|
| Realistic | 7 |
| Investigative | 3 |
| Artistic | 1 |
| Social | 1 |
| Enterprising | 1 |
| Conventional | 4 |
Source: O*NET 31.0 Database
What the work is built around
Day to day this is work built around hands-on, practical work with tools, machines or the outdoors, combined with organising, following procedures and working precisely with data.
- Realistic7.0
- Conventional4.3
- Investigative2.7
- Social1.2
- Enterprising1.0
- Artistic1.0
Closest MBTI types
NueCareer fit scores: cosine similarity between each MBTI type's interest vector and this occupation's O*NET interest profile. Not a BLS or O*NET figure; the method is documented on our methodology page.
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Median annual pay, with electric motor, power tool, and related repairers highlighted
- Aircraft Mechanic$79,870
- Millwright$65,700
- Industrial Machinery Mechanic$64,520
- Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Engine Specialist$61,770
- Medical Equipment Repairer$61,660
- Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Installer$61,010
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer$56,210
- Automotive Body and Related Repairer$54,890
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| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Mechanic | $79,870 |
| Millwright | $65,700 |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanic | $64,520 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Engine Specialist | $61,770 |
| Medical Equipment Repairer | $61,660 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Installer | $61,010 |
| Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer | $56,210 |
| Automotive Body and Related Repairer | $54,890 |
| Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic | $50,620 |
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025
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Questions
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer: frequently asked questions
How much do Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers make?
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers earn a median of $56,210 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025), 10% above the $50,980 US median across all occupations. That works out at $27.02/hr. The middle half earn between $45,190 and $69,090. The top 10% earn $85,200 or more.
Do you need a degree to become an Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer?
No. A bachelor's degree is not the norm: BLS reports a high school diploma or equivalent as the typical entry-level education for Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers. BLS also lists moderate-term on-the-job training as typical on-the-job training. Employers typically expect less than 5 years of related work experience first. In O*NET's survey of people already doing the job, 39.2% hold post-secondary certificate.
Is Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer a growing career?
It is stable rather than fast-growing: employment is projected to change 4.4% over 2025–2035, about the same as the 3.5% projected across all occupations (BLS EP, 2025–2035). BLS still projects about 1,400 openings a year, mostly from workers retiring or moving to other work.
What does an Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer do?
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers install, adjust, or maintain or repair a variety of electrical and electronic equipment. A core O*NET task: inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs. Employers most often ask for Computer aided design CAD software, Data base user interface and query software, Electronic mail software.
Which states pay Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers the most?
The highest state medians for Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers are Illinois ($79,320), Wisconsin ($75,550), New York ($66,710) (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Adjusted for local prices using BEA Regional Price Parities, Wisconsin moves to the top at $80,291.
What personality type suits an Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairer?
O*NET scores Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers highest on the Realistic and Conventional interest areas, so the work mixes hands-on, practical work with tools, machines or the outdoors with organising, following procedures and working precisely with data. On NueCareer's MBTI-to-interest mapping that lines up most closely with ISTJ personalities. Personality is a fit signal, not a gate. The free NueCareer quiz scores your own profile against all 1,731 careers in the bank.