Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, recreational sporting equipment, and related equipment.
About the profession
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, recreational sporting equipment, and related equipment.
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Based on the Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Realistic
Hands-on, practical, technical work
Investigative
Research, analysis, problem-solving
Conventional
Organizing, detail-oriented, structured
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Trainee Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic → Technician Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic → Senior Technician Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic → Lead Technician Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
61K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Go to Career PathCareer levels
Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $30,840 - $38,355/year With equity/bonuses: $33,924 - $46,026 Top markets (SF/NYC): $35,466 - $46,026 Execute core tasks using Equipment…
Day in Life
Junior vs Senior, daily schedule breakdown
9am, Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $21,588 - $34,520 Year 2-3: Junior level $38,355 - $43,577 Year 4-6: Mid level $43,577 - $47,246 Year 7-10: Senior level $47,246 - $56,054 Year 10+:…
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