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Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians Salaries
in Illinois, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $41.28 – $45.41
Average Annual Pay
Range: $85,862 – $94,449
Salaries for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians near Illinois
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Alabama, AL
$38.88
10.3%Lower than Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in Illinois, IL
Alaska, AK
$43.92
1.3%Higher than Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in Illinois, IL
Arizona, AZ
$39.90
7.9%Lower than Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in Illinois, IL
Arkansas, AR
$28.05
35.3%Lower than Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in Illinois, IL
California, CA
$43.29
0.1%Lower than Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in Illinois, IL
How much do Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$36.84/hr
Range: $35.09 - $38.60
Annual Rate
$76,633
Range: $72,983 - $80,282
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$43.34/hr
Range: $41.28 - $45.41
Annual Rate
$90,156
Range: $85,862 - $94,449
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$49.84/hr
Range: $47.47 - $52.22
Annual Rate
$103,679
Range: $98,741 - $108,616
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians job description
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians professionals ensure facilities, equipment, and systems function properly. They perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections to keep operations running smoothly.
- •Perform routine maintenance and repairs
- •Inspect equipment and facilities
- •Troubleshoot mechanical issues
- •Maintain maintenance records
- •Order supplies and parts
- •Ensure compliance with safety codes
- •Mechanical aptitude
- •Troubleshooting
- •Hand and power tool proficiency
- •Physical stamina
- •Problem-solving
- •Time management
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Trade certification preferred
- •Experience with building systems
- •Ability to work flexible hours

