Maintenance Mechanic III Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Maintenance Mechanic III in the United States is $57,270 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,812
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,807 to $63,835
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,833
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Maintenance Mechanic III Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $63,835 $5,320 $1,228 $31
Average $57,270 $4,773 $1,101 $28
25th Percentile $51,807 $4,317 $996 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Maintenance Mechanic III Salaries

A Maintenance Mechanic III'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 Do Maintenance Mechanic III 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 IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $63,410.
  • California: $63,169.
  • Massachusetts: $62,327.

Top Paying Cities for Maintenance Mechanic IIIs

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: $72,235
  • San Francisco: $71,444
  • Oakland: $69,939

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 5.96% 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 6.31% 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 2.48% 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 5.96%
Painting 6.31%
Repairing 2.48%
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 III's salary.
  • Packaging: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Packaging
$58,989
3%
Innovation
$58,989
3%
Leadership
$58,989
3%
Pneumatics
$58,416
2%
Verbal Communication
$58,416
2%
Standard Operating Procedures
$58,416
2%
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Maintenance Mechanic III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Maintenance Mechanic III 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 Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Maintenance Mechanic positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Maintenance Mechanic III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Maintenance Mechanic III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$71,588$34.025%
Software & Networking$68,724$33.020%
Healthcare$65,861$32.015%
Financial Services$62,997$30.010%
Insurance$62,997$30.010%

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

Understanding how a Maintenance Mechanic III'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 III

Salaries for a Maintenance Mechanic III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $52,978 in 2023 to around $52,366 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Maintenance Mechanic III salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Maintenance Mechanic III Over Time

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2023
$52,978
2024
$52,742
2025
$52,366
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2024 $52,742
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  • Select Medical

    Columbus, OH

    Select Medical | Columbus, OH

    OverviewPosition:Maintenance MechanicLocation:Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus South (South High Street)Schedule:Full-time / 2nd Shift (2pm - 10:30pm)C... more

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  • Sherwin-Williams

    Columbus, OH

    Sherwin-Williams | Columbus, OH

    Job DescriptionJoin the Sherwin-Williams team as a vital Maintenance Mechanic, where your skills will directly contribute to our manufacturing success. Thi... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Battelle

    Columbus, OH

    Battelle | Columbus, OH

    Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critica... more

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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

    7 Days Ago

  • 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

    7 Days Ago

  • 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

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Maintenance Mechanic III

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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Maintenance Mechanic III roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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