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.
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salary by state
Base salary plus target annual bonus. Target bonus opportunity scales with role level, so a higher base carries a higher target percentage.
Base salary
$52,000
National baseline
Target bonus
$4,500
8.7% of base
Total target cash
$56,500
Base plus target bonus
Bonus percentiles:25th$2,50050th$4,50075th$7,500
Long-term incentive is not shown for this role. Equity awards are only disclosed publicly for the named executive officers of public companies, so no market figure exists for most jobs. See executive pay disclosures.
About this role
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics is a professional role within the function in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family.
Typical entry preparation: High School Diploma and up to 1 year of related work experience, per O*NET occupational data. Advancement typically requires additional years in role.
What Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanicss do
Typical education: High School Diploma
Record repairs made, time spent, and parts used.
Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
Dismantle engines, using hand tools, and examine parts for defects.
Repair and maintain gasoline engines used to power equipment such as portable saws, lawn mowers, generators, and compressors.
Adjust points, valves, carburetors, distributors, and spark plug gaps, using feeler gauges.
Top skills:RepairingEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingOperations MonitoringOperation and ControlEquipment Selection
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics pay by experience level
Entry level$36,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$42,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$49,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$60,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$69,500
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
+2.5%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
3,500
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salary by industry
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
11,810 workers
$48,500
Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Retailers
7,310 workers
$49,500
Administrative and Support Services
6,980 workers
$55,000
Services to Buildings and Dwellings
6,810 workers
$55,500
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
5,260 workers
$53,500
Other Amusement and Recreation Industries
5,180 workers
$53,500
Building Material and Supplies Dealers
4,500 workers
$47,000
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
2,330 workers
$48,500
Repair and Maintenance
2,180 workers
$46,000
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
2,110 workers
$53,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Record repairs made, time spent, and parts used.
Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
Dismantle engines, using hand tools, and examine parts for defects.
Repair and maintain gasoline engines used to power equipment such as portable saws, lawn mowers, generators, and compressors.
Adjust points, valves, carburetors, distributors, and spark plug gaps, using feeler gauges.
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Non-exempt · Service, trades, or production work
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay under FLSA rules. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
How this role compares
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics pays 22% below the average across 52 roles in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family (family average $66,500).
Similar-paying roles in Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics make?
The average base salary for a Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in the United States is $52,000 per year, or about $25.00 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $42,000 and $60,500 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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