Maintenance Mechanic I Salary in the United States

How much does a Maintenance Mechanic I make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Maintenance Mechanic I in the United States is $58,755 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Maintenance Mechanic I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,747
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,078 to $64,509
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,909
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Maintenance Mechanic I Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $64,509 $5,376 $1,241 $31
Average $58,755 $4,896 $1,130 $28
25th Percentile $53,078 $4,423 $1,021 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Maintenance Mechanic I Salaries

A Maintenance Mechanic I'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Maintenance Mechanic I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Maintenance Mechanic I'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): $50,780
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,331
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,579
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,339
  • Expert (over 8 years): $109,006
Levels Salary
Productio... Level Maintenance Mechanic I$50,780
Maintenan... Level Maintenance Mechanic I$58,331
Productio... Level Maintenance Mechanic I$71,579
Productio... Level Maintenance Mechanic I$92,339
Productio... Level Maintenance Mechanic I$109,006
$50,780 0 yr
$58,331 < 2 yrs
$71,579 2-4 yrs
$92,339 5-8 yrs
$109,006 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Maintenance Mechanic I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Maintenance Mechanic Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $65,053.
  • California: $64,806.
  • Massachusetts: $63,943.

Top Paying Cities for Maintenance Mechanic Is

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: $74,107
  • San Francisco: $73,296
  • Oakland: $71,751

What Skills Can Increase a Maintenance Mechanic I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 6.06% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Painting (Mentioned in 6.28% Job Postings): Painting is the practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a solid surface (called the "matrix" or "support"). The medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush, but other implements, such as knives, sponges, and airbrushes, can be used. The final work is also called a painting. Painting is an important form in the visual arts, bringing in elements such as drawing, gesture (as in gestural painting), composition, narration (as in narrative art), or abstraction (as in abstract art). Paintings can be naturalistic and representational (as in a still life or landscape painting), photographic, abstract, narrative, symbolistic (as in Symbolist art), emotive (as in Expressionism), or political in nature (as in Artivism). A portion of the history of painting in both Eastern and Western art is dominated by religious art. Examples of this kind of painting range from artwork depicting mythological figures on pottery, to Biblical scenes Sistine Chapel ceiling, to scenes from the life of Buddha or other images of Eastern religious origin.
  • Repairing (Mentioned in 2.49% Job Postings): To put something that is damaged, broken, or not working correctly, back into good condition or make it work again.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 6.06%
Painting 6.28%
Repairing 2.49%
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 Mechanic I's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Property Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$61,692
5%
Team Management
$61,105
4%
Property Management
$61,105
4%
Scheduling
$60,517
3%
Innovation
$59,930
2%
Time Management
$59,930
2%
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Maintenance Mechanic I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Maintenance Mechanic I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Maintenance Mechanic positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Maintenance Mechanic I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Maintenance Mechanic I

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$73,443$35.025%
Energy & Utilities$67,568$32.015%
Financial Services$67,568$32.015%
Aerospace & Defense$64,630$31.010%
Biotechnology$64,630$31.010%

Maintenance Mechanic I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Maintenance Mechanic I'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 Mechanic I

Salaries for a Maintenance Mechanic I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $49,523 in 2023 to around $49,405 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Maintenance Mechanic I salary trends, .

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  • Keurig Dr Pepper

    Columbus, OH

    Keurig Dr Pepper | Columbus, OH

    Maintenance Mechanic II. The Maintenance Mechanic II is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of mechanical and electrical ... more

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  • Select Specialty Hospital

    Columbus, OH

    Select Specialty Hospital | Columbus, OH

    OverviewPosition:Maintenance MechanicLocation:Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus SouthSchedule:PRN/Per DiemCompensation:$20 per hourOur hospital is a cri... more

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  • The Sherwin-Williams Company

    Columbus, OH

    The Sherwin-Williams Company | Columbus, OH

    This position is an essential part of Sherwin's manufacturing team. This position is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintainin... more

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  • Department of the Army

    Columbus, OH

    Department of the Army | Columbus, OH

    Surface Maintenance Mechanic Inspector. As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INSPECTOR, WG-5801-11, you will perform the following duties: (1) Inspects a larg... more

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  • Jobot

    Columbus, OH

    Jobot | Columbus, OH

    A bit about us:Our client is a privately owned plastics packaging company in growth mode. Join an industry leader in food packaging solutions at their newl... more

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  • Kingspan Light and Air

    Columbus, OH

    Kingspan Light and Air | Columbus, OH

    Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group Plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manuf... more

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FAQ about Maintenance Mechanic I

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Maintenance Mechanic I?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Maintenance Mechanic I roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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