What it pays
Government survey numbers — not estimates, not ads.
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.
Fixing5
Inspect drives, motors, or belts
+Inspect conveyor drives, motor mounts, and belt tension on line 2 during the night shift, log measured RPM,…
Inspect drives, motors, or belts
+Inspect conveyor drives, motor mounts, and belt tension on line 2 during the night shift, log measured RPM, bearing temperatures, and belt elongation, tag any components needing replacement, and upload the inspection summary to maintenance by end of shift.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Repair electrical or mechanical equipment
+Repair the failed feeder motor on packaging line 3: isolate power, replace the burnt commutator assembly,…
Repair electrical or mechanical equipment
+Repair the failed feeder motor on packaging line 3: isolate power, replace the burnt commutator assembly, test insulation resistance and rotation under no-load, document torque readings and safety checks, and return the line to production within four hours.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Projectjob descriptionsO*NET
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Weld or perform carpentry repairs
+Weld the broken handrail on Bay 3, replace the two rotten wooden steps at the west entrance, use my arc…
Weld or perform carpentry repairs
+Weld the broken handrail on Bay 3, replace the two rotten wooden steps at the west entrance, use my arc welder and portable timber kit, wear full PPE, sign off the hot-work permit and log materials used in today’s maintenance book.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptionsO*NET
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Repair machines, equipment, or structures
+Diagnose the vibration and oil leak on Pump A in Plant 2, replace the failing shaft seal and worn bearing,…
Repair machines, equipment, or structures
+Diagnose the vibration and oil leak on Pump A in Plant 2, replace the failing shaft seal and worn bearing, test run to confirm vibration under threshold, record readings and update the machine history before handing back to operations.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Operate or test machinery or equipment
+Run the start-up and full-load test on Conveyor C, follow the test sheet, verify emergency stop and guarding…
Operate or test machinery or equipment
+Run the start-up and full-load test on Conveyor C, follow the test sheet, verify emergency stop and guarding operate, measure belt tension and motor current, note any anomalies and sign the completion checklist before returning the line to production.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Order parts, supplies, or equipment
+Order two replacement shaft seals, four bearings, and a 5-metre length of 25x50 timber for Bay 3 steps, check…
Order parts, supplies, or equipment
+Order two replacement shaft seals, four bearings, and a 5-metre length of 25x50 timber for Bay 3 steps, check stock levels in stores first, get prices from supplier Acme Engineering, request next-day delivery and copy the stores supervisor.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work14
Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Carry out the site health and safety checklist for the West End resurfacing job: inspect barriers, verify PPE…
Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Carry out the site health and safety checklist for the West End resurfacing job: inspect barriers, verify PPE for the three crew, confirm traffic management plan and plant isolation, log any defects, and email the completed safety record to Martina by 16:00 today.
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Work safely with hot materials
+Prepare and complete the hot works permit for the deck welding task on Bay 4: verify fire-watch cover, gas…
Work safely with hot materials
+Prepare and complete the hot works permit for the deck welding task on Bay 4: verify fire-watch cover, gas isolation, welding screen in place, crew PPE and extinguisher service dates, sign off the permit and file it with the site supervisor before welding starts at 08:30.
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Perform repairs when called for
+When called to the site, diagnose the fault, bring parts and tools, complete the repair to restore safe…
Perform repairs when called for
+When called to the site, diagnose the fault, bring parts and tools, complete the repair to restore safe operation, sign the handover sheet and log time and parts used before leaving today.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookESCO
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Patch cracks
+Fill and seal the hairline and structural cracks on Bay Road footway, grind back loose material first, use…
Patch cracks
+Fill and seal the hairline and structural cracks on Bay Road footway, grind back loose material first, use polymer repair mortar applied in two passes, cure for the recommended time and photograph the repair for the record.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordESCO
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Transport construction supplies
+Load the scheduled cement, sand, and traffic cones into the van, secure the load, deliver to Site 7 by 08:30,…
Transport construction supplies
+Load the scheduled cement, sand, and traffic cones into the van, secure the load, deliver to Site 7 by 08:30, unload to the storage cage, and return the signed delivery note to the depot before lunch.
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Perform traffic sign maintenance
+Replace the faded speed sign on Elm Street: take down the damaged plate, fit the replacement, torque bolts to…
Perform traffic sign maintenance
+Replace the faded speed sign on Elm Street: take down the damaged plate, fit the replacement, torque bolts to spec, re-anchor the post if loose, and leave a photograph and completion note with the resident liaison.
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Inspect construction supplies
+Inspect the incoming pallet of guardrail brackets, check batch numbers, measure critical dimensions, flag any…
Inspect construction supplies
+Inspect the incoming pallet of guardrail brackets, check batch numbers, measure critical dimensions, flag any corrosion, record pass or fail on the inspection sheet and quarantine any suspect items for procurement review.
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Use safety equipment in construction
+Put on high-visibility jacket, safety helmet and gloves, test the harness and lanyard before work at height,…
Use safety equipment in construction
+Put on high-visibility jacket, safety helmet and gloves, test the harness and lanyard before work at height, confirm exclusion zone with cones and signage, and sign the site safety checklist before starting.
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Install, align, and balance new equipment
+Install the new motor, align its shaft to the gearbox with the laser dial, balance the rotor to under 3 grams…
Install, align, and balance new equipment
+Install the new motor, align its shaft to the gearbox with the laser dial, balance the rotor to under 3 grams unbalance, secure guards, log torque readings, then run a 30-minute vibration soak to confirm stability before handing back to production tomorrow morning.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptionsO*NET
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Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
+Fit the variable-speed drive and programmable thermostat to the rooftop air handler, replace control wiring,…
Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
+Fit the variable-speed drive and programmable thermostat to the rooftop air handler, replace control wiring, commission the new setpoints to reduce runtime by at least 20%, record energy baseline and post-commission readings, and hand the tuning report to building services by Friday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Provide groundskeeping services, such as landscaping or snow removal.
+Clear the walkways, spread de-icing salt across the main entrance and service ramps, inspect and start the…
Provide groundskeeping services, such as landscaping or snow removal.
+Clear the walkways, spread de-icing salt across the main entrance and service ramps, inspect and start the snowblower for the west carpark, stack ploughed snow to designated pile and update the site log when areas are passable within the hour.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Diagnose machine malfunctions by testing equipment
+Isolate the faulty press, run the diagnostic test plan, capture voltage, current and pressure traces, replace…
Diagnose machine malfunctions by testing equipment
+Isolate the faulty press, run the diagnostic test plan, capture voltage, current and pressure traces, replace the suspect solenoid if readings deviate from spec, then run the acceptance cycle and file the fault report with timestamps.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptions
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Perform pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, or insulating
+Strip the old refrigerant lines, braze in the replacement pipework, pressure-test the joints to 300 psi,…
Perform pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, or insulating
+Strip the old refrigerant lines, braze in the replacement pipework, pressure-test the joints to 300 psi, insulate the new runs to spec, and update the asset maintenance record with leak and test results before returning HVAC to service.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Projectjob descriptions
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Maintain building structures, floors, or stairs
+Inspect the stairwell treads and landing for rot, remove and replace damaged boards, grind and reseal the…
Maintain building structures, floors, or stairs
+Inspect the stairwell treads and landing for rot, remove and replace damaged boards, grind and reseal the floor finish to slip rating R10, tighten loose handrails, photograph the repairs and update the building defect register by end of shift.
The tools that do the workGoogle Docsjob descriptions
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