First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
A crew of mechanics, installers, and repairers gets its work from blueprints and job orders; their finished repairs are checked with gauges and hand tools against the required standard. The supervisor also walks the shop, inspects tools and equipment, trains people on safety, and watches how the crew is performing. Many still do skilled repair themselves with power tools, welding gear, or hydraulic presses, and they estimate material and labor costs, keep parts stocked, and order supplies. Some advise customers on recommended service. It suits people who like organizing a shop, checking work against specs, and juggling people, parts, and time.
Typical education: High School Diploma or GED
Annual Median Wage in Field (2025)
$79'860
Median Wage Market Position
$79'860
What you might do
- Inspect finished work against repair standards
- Watch work areas and train staff on safety
- Review workers' output and job performance
- Read blueprints and mark layouts for crews
- Estimate labor, materials, and contractor costs
- Order tools, parts, and shop supplies
Skills that matter
- Checking finished work against repair standards
- Training crews on shop safety rules
- Advising customers on recommended service
- Reading blueprints to lay out the job
- Estimating labor and material costs
- Scheduling work across the repair shop
AI & the future of this role
Scheduling and diagnostic tools may absorb some planning and status tracking. Crew coordination, customer advice, and on-site judgment about repairs still depend on people who grasp both equipment and the team.
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