Install, service, or repair automatic door mechanisms and hydraulic doors. Includes garage door mechanics.
Mechanical Door Repairers
SOC: 49-9011 O*NET: 49-9011.00
Median Salary
$51,050
per year
Job Growth
🚀 11.4%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Install, service, or repair automatic door mechanisms and hydraulic doors. Includes garage door mechanics.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$30,630
25th
$40,840
50th (Median)
$51,050
75th
$61,260
90th
$76,575
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:28,400
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+11.4%
Annual Openings:2,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)28,400
Current
2034 (Projected)31,700
+11.4%
+3,200
Employment Change
+11.4%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Installation
Installation
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Mechanical
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Building and Construction
✓
Engineering and Technology
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year