2% of Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 49,800 workers employed in these occupations in 2004, an increase of 38% since 1997.

1. What is a day in the life of a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics like?
   Heavy-duty equipment mechanics perform some or all of the following duties: A. Heavy-duty and farm equipment... more
2. What education do you need to become a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics?
   1. You usually need a high school diploma. 2. To gain trade certification, you usually need either a three- to... more
3. What is the current Job Outlook for a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics?
   The job outlook for Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics is considered Average because: 1. Employment grew at an average... more
4. What is the future Job Outlook for a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely be close to the... more
5. How much does a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics make?
   The average hourly wages for Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics is $20.21/HR, which is close to the average for... more
6. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics"?
   4% of Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for technical, professional,... more
7. How many Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics are self-employed?
   Roughly 8% of Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics are self-employed. This is considered Average for the industry as a... more
8. What is the average age of a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics?
   The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be average reflecting the age/retirement structure of the occupation. more