Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Starting Salary

$36,1583
NC Triangle area

Median Annual Wage

$58,225
NC Triangle area
43
% High school diploma or equivalent
27
% Some college, no degree

Job Outlook

+22%
NC Triangle area

Annual Job Openings

347
NC Triangle area

Industrial Machinery Mechanics repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. They may also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to plans.

The Industrial Systems Technology program at Durham Tech prepares students to enter this field. Upon graduation, the student will know how to individually, or with a team, safely install, inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial process and support equipment.