Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary by state
Base salary plus target bonus using the Grahall equation. Bonus is a function of base; higher base means a higher target bonus.
Base salary
$88,000
National baseline
Target bonus
$3,000
3.5% of base
Total target cash
$91,000
Base plus target bonus
Bonus range (25th to 75th percentile):$2,000 to $5,000
Long-term incentive (LTI) varies by industry and executive tier and is not included in this view.
About this role
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers is a professional role within the function in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family.
Base salary plus target bonus using the Grahall equation. Bonus is a function of base; higher base means a higher target bonus.
Base salary
$88,000
National baseline
Target bonus
$3,000
3.5% of base
Total target cash
$91,000
Base plus target bonus
Bonus range (25th to 75th percentile):$2,000 to $5,000
Long-term incentive (LTI) varies by industry and executive tier and is not included in this view.
What First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairerss do
Typical education: High School Diploma
Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.
Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lay out reference points for workers.
Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
Perform skilled repair or maintenance operations, using equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment.
Top skills:MonitoringManagement of Personnel ResourcesTime ManagementSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingCritical Thinking
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First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers pay by experience level
Entry level$51,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$65,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$82,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$105,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$131,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+3.1%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
52,400
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary by industry
Repair and Maintenance
62,870 workers
$78,500
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
57,600 workers
$91,500
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
57,160 workers
$83,000
Specialty Trade Contractors
48,290 workers
$90,500
Real Estate
47,970 workers
$74,000
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
46,390 workers
$75,500
Building Equipment Contractors
43,320 workers
$91,000
Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
38,280 workers
$90,000
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
34,740 workers
$88,500
Automobile Dealers
33,660 workers
$97,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers pays 32% above the average across 52 roles in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family (family average $66,500).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers make?
The average base salary for a First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in the United States is $88,000 per year, or about $42.31 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $65,000 and $105,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair roles?
The Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family averages $66,500 across 52 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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