Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Maintenance and Engineering Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Maintenance and Engineering Manager in the United States is $103,325 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Maintenance and Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,825
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,135 to $116,149
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,947
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Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $116,149 $9,679 $2,234 $56
Average $103,325 $8,610 $1,987 $50
25th Percentile $92,135 $7,678 $1,772 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salaries

A Maintenance and Engineering Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Maintenance and Engineering Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $98,183
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $98,687
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,863
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,207
  • Expert (over 8 years): $103,703
Levels Salary
Entry Level Maintenance and Engineering Manager$98,183
Intermediate Level Maintenance and Engineering Manager$98,687
Senior Level Maintenance and Engineering Manager$99,863
Specialist Level Maintenance and Engineering Manager$101,207
Expert Level Maintenance and Engineering Manager$103,703
$98,183 0 yr
$98,687 < 2 yrs
$99,863 2-4 yrs
$101,207 5-8 yrs
$103,703 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Maintenance and Engineering Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $130,324
  • San Francisco: $128,897
  • Oakland: $126,180

What Skills Can Increase a Maintenance and Engineering Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.42% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Food Safety (Mentioned in 2.17% Job Postings): Applying procedures during food preparation, processing, storage, and distribution to ensure consumers are safe from foodborne illnesses.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.42%
Food Safety 2.17%
Hydraulics 1.45%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Maintenance and Engineering Manager's salary.
  • Soldering: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • System Design: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Soldering
$122,957
19%
System Design
$115,724
12%
Analysis
$114,691
11%
Resilience
$113,658
10%
Innovation
$112,624
9%
Team Management
$112,624
9%
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Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Maintenance and Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Maintenance and Engineering Manager positions in Software & Networking or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Maintenance and Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Maintenance and Engineering Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$113,658$55.010%
Energy & Utilities$113,658$55.010%
Healthcare$113,658$55.010%
Internet$113,658$55.010%
Retail & Wholesale$113,658$55.010%

How Education impacts a Maintenance and Engineering Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Maintenance and Engineering Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Maintenance and Engineering Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $104,822 and $115,552).

Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Maintenance and Engineering Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.3%
High School 50.4%
Associates 22.1%
Bachelors 22.9%
Masters 2.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Maintenance and Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Maintenance and Engineering Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Maintenance and Engineering Manager

Salaries for a Maintenance and Engineering Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $112,789 in 2023 to around $111,467 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Maintenance and Engineering Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Maintenance and Engineering Manager Over Time

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  • Harrison Consulting Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    Harrison Consulting Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Growing National firm looking to add a talented Engineering Manager – Distribution to their Columbus team. Responsibiliti... more

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  • Thermo Fisher Scientific

    Columbus, OH

    Thermo Fisher Scientific | Columbus, OH

    This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. P... more

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  • Thermo Fisher Scientific

    Columbus, OH

    Thermo Fisher Scientific | Columbus, OH

    This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. P... more

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  • Blue Star Partners LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Blue Star Partners LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Title:Engineering Construction Project Manager. Location. Columbus, OH (Hybrid – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Onsite)... more

    10 Days Ago

  • United Employment Group

    Columbus, OH

    United Employment Group | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Overview. A leading building materials manufacturer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager. This role wor... more

    7 Days Ago

  • MV Transportation

    Columbus, OH

    MV Transportation | Columbus, OH

    Fleet And Facility Maintenance Manager. MV Transportation is seeking a Fleet and Facility Maintenance Manager who will be a dynamic, multi-task oriented se... more

    6 Days Ago

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FAQ about Maintenance and Engineering Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Maintenance and Engineering Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Maintenance and Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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