What it pays
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Half of all Maintenance and Repair Workers, General in the U.S. earn more than $49,590 a year — the middle 80% land between $35,350 and $77,180. About 1.5 million people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Maintenance and Repair Workers, General”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$49,590typical pay / year
1.5 millionpeople in this work
$77,180+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.
Analysing5
Inspect drives, motors, or belts
+Inspect the left and right drive assemblies, starter motors, and belt runs on Falcon 900 ZK-JTR, record wear…
Inspect drives, motors, or belts
+Inspect the left and right drive assemblies, starter motors, and belt runs on Falcon 900 ZK-JTR, record wear measurements and belt tension readings, photograph any frayed belts, and certify airworthiness defect sheet before end of shift today.
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Repair electrical or mechanical equipment
+Restore the #2 generator control unit on Airbus A320 VH-FLM: isolate electrical bus, replace damaged…
Repair electrical or mechanical equipment
+Restore the #2 generator control unit on Airbus A320 VH-FLM: isolate electrical bus, replace damaged contactor, torque connections to spec, bench-test the unit and update the maintenance log with parts used and test results by 1600 today.
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Weld or perform carpentry repairs
+Cut, fit and weld a reinforcement patch to the cracked cabin service panel frame on Bombardier Q400 VH-TQO,…
Weld or perform carpentry repairs
+Cut, fit and weld a reinforcement patch to the cracked cabin service panel frame on Bombardier Q400 VH-TQO, grind and finish weld to corrosion spec, replace rivets as needed, and sign off structure repair card after NDT verification tomorrow morning.
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Repair machines, equipment, or structures
+Dismantle faulty HVAC blower assembly on Embraer 190 VH-EMB, replace worn bearings and seal, reassemble with…
Repair machines, equipment, or structures
+Dismantle faulty HVAC blower assembly on Embraer 190 VH-EMB, replace worn bearings and seal, reassemble with new gaskets, run functional test cycle, and note replaced parts and test readings in the equipment maintenance log before handover.
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Operate or test machinery or equipment
+Run engine ground test on Cessna 208 VH-CSS: preflight safety barriers, power up test stand, cycle propeller…
Operate or test machinery or equipment
+Run engine ground test on Cessna 208 VH-CSS: preflight safety barriers, power up test stand, cycle propeller governor through idle to max, capture vibration and temperature readings for 30 minutes, and attach results to the aircraft test report before close of day.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Order parts, supplies, or equipment
+Purchase two left-hand flap actuators and three actuator bolt kits for Boeing 737-800 VH-BNG, source approved…
Order parts, supplies, or equipment
+Purchase two left-hand flap actuators and three actuator bolt kits for Boeing 737-800 VH-BNG, source approved OEM parts, raise purchase requisition with supplier lead times and cost, and obtain supervisor approval by Thursday 10:00 so work can proceed Friday morning.
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The daily work14
Perform repairs when called for
+Perform the repairs called in on aircraft 92-GHN today: triage the defect, order any spesified spares, fit…
Perform repairs when called for
+Perform the repairs called in on aircraft 92-GHN today: triage the defect, order any spesified spares, fit the replacement parts, run functional checks and record the sign-off in the maintenance log before 1700 so the next flight gets release to service.
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Patch cracks
+Patch the hairline cracks found on left wing flap of aircraft 27-KBD today: prepare the repair area, apply…
Patch cracks
+Patch the hairline cracks found on left wing flap of aircraft 27-KBD today: prepare the repair area, apply approved filler and reinforcement, cure per the material spec, perform NDT inspection and update the defect card and log entry before shift end.
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Transport construction supplies
+Collect and deliver the construction supplies listed on the workshop requisition to Hangar 4 this morning,…
Transport construction supplies
+Collect and deliver the construction supplies listed on the workshop requisition to Hangar 4 this morning, secure loads to the trolley, note serials and quantities, get the foreman’s acceptance signature and return the empty pallets to stores.
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Perform traffic sign maintenance
+Carry out traffic sign maintenance on the apron perimeter today: replace the faded speed signs, tighten loose…
Perform traffic sign maintenance
+Carry out traffic sign maintenance on the apron perimeter today: replace the faded speed signs, tighten loose mounts, verify lamp heads and photocells, photograph each repaired sign and file the completion report with operations before midday.
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Inspect construction supplies
+Inspect the incoming construction supplies at stores now: check packaging and part numbers against the…
Inspect construction supplies
+Inspect the incoming construction supplies at stores now: check packaging and part numbers against the purchase order, report any shortages or damage with photos, quarantine non-conforming items and notify procurement and engineering immediately.
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Use safety equipment in construction
+Don and inspect all required safety equipment before entering the construction zone: check harnesses,…
Use safety equipment in construction
+Don and inspect all required safety equipment before entering the construction zone: check harnesses, lanyards and helmets for serviceability, log the equipment inspection, brief the crew on hazards and confirm everyone is competent before work starts.
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Install, align, and balance new equipment
+Install the new avionics unit in hangar bay B, torque the mounts to spec, align the unit to the airframe…
Install, align, and balance new equipment
+Install the new avionics unit in hangar bay B, torque the mounts to spec, align the unit to the airframe datum using the jig, then perform dynamic rotor balance and record vibration readings on the log before signing off tonight.
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Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
+Fit the building automation controller and high-efficiency pumps in hangar A to reduce energy use, wire into…
Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
+Fit the building automation controller and high-efficiency pumps in hangar A to reduce energy use, wire into the existing power distribution, commission the control sequences, and produce a one-page commissioning note for facilities by Friday.
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Provide groundskeeping services, such as landscaping or snow removal.
+Clear snow from the apron and taxiway access路, start the snowblower at first light, stack the cleared snow at…
Provide groundskeeping services, such as landscaping or snow removal.
+Clear snow from the apron and taxiway access路, start the snowblower at first light, stack the cleared snow at the designated spoil area, inspect and report any pavement damage to base ops before noon.
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Diagnose machine malfunctions by testing equipment
+Isolate the faulty hydraulic test rig, run stepwise pressure and electrical tests, log the sensor outputs and…
Diagnose machine malfunctions by testing equipment
+Isolate the faulty hydraulic test rig, run stepwise pressure and electrical tests, log the sensor outputs and fault codes, replace the suspect valve if readings deviate, and file a detailed defect report for the next shift.
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Perform pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, or insulating
+Replace the corroded HVAC condensate pipe in engine shop 2, insulate the new run to spec, pressure-test the…
Perform pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, or insulating
+Replace the corroded HVAC condensate pipe in engine shop 2, insulate the new run to spec, pressure-test the system, and update the maintenance tag and building asset register before leaving site.
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Maintain building structures, floors, or stairs
+Repair the damaged hangar stair treads and refasten loose floor plates, grind and dress any sharp edges,…
Maintain building structures, floors, or stairs
+Repair the damaged hangar stair treads and refasten loose floor plates, grind and dress any sharp edges, apply anti-slip treatment, and photograph the finished work for the safety file and supervisor review.
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Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Walk the runway area, check the worksite risk assessment and the materials delivery against the manifest,…
Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Walk the runway area, check the worksite risk assessment and the materials delivery against the manifest, isolate the zone with barriers and signs, fit PPE for the team, and record any non-conformances before allowing unloading or handling of construction supplies.
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Work safely with hot materials
+Set up a hot-work permit, ventilate and segregate the area, fit heat-resistant PPE and fire-watch equipment,…
Work safely with hot materials
+Set up a hot-work permit, ventilate and segregate the area, fit heat-resistant PPE and fire-watch equipment, inspect and tag hot materials before and after work, and log the permit closure and any safety incidents.
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