What it pays
Government survey numbers — not estimates, not ads.
Half of all Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in the U.S. earn more than $56,550 a year — the middle 80% land between $37,470 and $78,740. About 37,870 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians”. (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).
$56,550typical pay / year
37,870people in this work
$78,740+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Fixing2
Clean and lubricate parts.
+Strip parts from the combine header, clean bearings and sprockets, apply the specified grease to grease…
Clean and lubricate parts.
+Strip parts from the combine header, clean bearings and sprockets, apply the specified grease to grease points, replace the air filter, note torque values and parts replaced, and close the job with updated service hours in the maintenance record.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSjob descriptionsO*NET
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Perform evaluations of the equipment
+Run a full equipment evaluation of the tractor: check hydraulic pressures, measure PTO rpm under load,…
Perform evaluations of the equipment
+Run a full equipment evaluation of the tractor: check hydraulic pressures, measure PTO rpm under load, inspect gear wear, log fault codes, recommend repairs and estimated downtime, and file the evaluation to the fleet manager before shift end.
The tools that do the workServiceMaxESCOjob descriptions
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Move1
Operate vehicles and mechanized devices
+Schedule the sprayer and loader for operation, verify operator licenses, complete pre-start safety checks,…
Operate vehicles and mechanized devices
+Schedule the sprayer and loader for operation, verify operator licenses, complete pre-start safety checks, record fuel and hour meter readings, and log the completed runs and any incidents into the vehicle log after each use.
The tools that do the workFarmLogic FarmPADjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work17
Repair agricultural equipment
+Fix the combine's hydraulic leak on the south field machine, replace the torn hose and failed seal,…
Repair agricultural equipment
+Fix the combine's hydraulic leak on the south field machine, replace the torn hose and failed seal, pressure-test the circuit to 3,000 psi, log readings and parts used, then close the job and notify Laura in operations by end of day Friday.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSESCO
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Perform preventive maintenance activities
+Carry out the scheduled 250‑hour service on tractor 12: change oil and filters, grease all zerks, check belts…
Perform preventive maintenance activities
+Carry out the scheduled 250‑hour service on tractor 12: change oil and filters, grease all zerks, check belts and tire pressures, record torque and inspection notes, attach the signed checklist and mark the asset as serviced before Monday morning.
The tools that do the workFarmLogic FarmPADESCO
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Repair faults
+Diagnose the planter that stalls in row 7: run electrical and hydraulic fault tests, replace the faulty…
Repair faults
+Diagnose the planter that stalls in row 7: run electrical and hydraulic fault tests, replace the faulty solenoid and worn chain, run a calibration pass over 10m, record fault codes and confirm planting depth is within spec, then update Mark in agronomy.
The tools that do the workServiceMaxESCO
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Record test data
+Record the engine compression and oil pressure readings for diesel generator G3 after the load test, enter…
Record test data
+Record the engine compression and oil pressure readings for diesel generator G3 after the load test, enter the timestamped values, attach the photo of gauge readings and note ambient temperature so maintenance can review trends by Tuesday.
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Perform maintenance on installed equipment
+Service the installed forage harvester at Green Barn: replace worn cutter blades, align the rotor, tighten…
Perform maintenance on installed equipment
+Service the installed forage harvester at Green Barn: replace worn cutter blades, align the rotor, tighten the PTO coupling, verify lubrication points and sign off the on‑site maintenance form so harvest operations can resume by tomorrow morning.
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Replace electrical components
+Replace the failing alternator and the burnt wiring harness on the 2018 John Deere 6120, test voltages under…
Replace electrical components
+Replace the failing alternator and the burnt wiring harness on the 2018 John Deere 6120, test voltages under load, secure new connectors, document readings and parts used, and mark the job complete by close of day Friday.
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Read inspection reports
+Read the completed inspection report for field sprayer 24, note every flagged hydraulic leak and overdue…
Read inspection reports
+Read the completed inspection report for field sprayer 24, note every flagged hydraulic leak and overdue grease point, prioritise items for next visit, and add comments and required parts to the unit record.
The tools that do the workFarmLogic FarmPADjob descriptions
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Confer with customers to identify issues
+Call Sarah at Oakridge Farm, listen through the symptoms she describes for the tractor stalling under load,…
Confer with customers to identify issues
+Call Sarah at Oakridge Farm, listen through the symptoms she describes for the tractor stalling under load, confirm when it happens and recent work, suggest immediate safety steps, and schedule a site visit for tomorrow morning.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptions
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Make decisions and solve problems
+Decide whether the combine's intermittent starter fault is electrical or mechanical by reviewing test…
Make decisions and solve problems
+Decide whether the combine's intermittent starter fault is electrical or mechanical by reviewing test voltages, starter draw, and previous repairs, choose the repair path, order the correct replacement part, and notify James at dispatch.
The tools that do the workServiceMaxjob descriptions
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Identify objects, actions, and events
+Walk the field with the grain cart, identify worn bearings, missing safety shields, and signs of grease…
Identify objects, actions, and events
+Walk the field with the grain cart, identify worn bearings, missing safety shields, and signs of grease starvation, photograph each issue, tag the cart for repair priority, and update the unit's condition log.
The tools that do the workWeb browserjob descriptions
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Perform quality control analysis
+Perform quality checks on the rebuilt hydraulic pump: record inlet and outlet pressures, measure flow under…
Perform quality control analysis
+Perform quality checks on the rebuilt hydraulic pump: record inlet and outlet pressures, measure flow under three loads, compare to spec, note deviations, and attach the test sheet and pass/fail verdict to the service record.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions
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Record details of repairs made and parts used.
+Log the repairs I finished on the 2017 John Deere 6155R: list each service task, parts used with part numbers…
Record details of repairs made and parts used.
+Log the repairs I finished on the 2017 John Deere 6155R: list each service task, parts used with part numbers and quantities, labour hours, serial number, and the post-repair test readings, then mark the job complete and notify procurement and farm manager by Friday.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Tune or overhaul engines.
+Record the engine tune and overhaul on the New Holland T7: note valve lash settings, compression readings…
Tune or overhaul engines.
+Record the engine tune and overhaul on the New Holland T7: note valve lash settings, compression readings before and after, oil analysis result, replaced gaskets and bearings with part numbers, total labour hours, and attach the engine run-in checklist for Troy to sign off by Tuesday.
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Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools.
+Document fabrication of the PTO coupling: include measured drawings, materials cut and heat treatment steps,…
Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools.
+Document fabrication of the PTO coupling: include measured drawings, materials cut and heat treatment steps, machine tool operations and speeds, finished dimensions, serial to install on Case IH baler, parts consumed and hours so inventory can be updated and Noah informed today.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Repair bent or torn sheet metal.
+Enter the sheet metal repair for the grain hopper: describe the damage, steps taken—straightened, welded and…
Repair bent or torn sheet metal.
+Enter the sheet metal repair for the grain hopper: describe the damage, steps taken—straightened, welded and dressed—the filler and primer used with batch numbers, photos of before and after, and estimated remaining fatigue life, then flag for paint shop scheduling next Monday.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Install and repair agricultural irrigation, plumbing, and sprinkler systems.
+Log the irrigation repair at Field 12: map the pipe run repaired, list fittings and valve replacements with…
Install and repair agricultural irrigation, plumbing, and sprinkler systems.
+Log the irrigation repair at Field 12: map the pipe run repaired, list fittings and valve replacements with sizes and part numbers, pressure test results, chlorine flush record, hours spent and customer contact notes so scheduling can bill the tenant on Friday.
The tools that do the workFarmLogic FarmPADO*NET
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Locate and diagnose malfunctions
+Record the fault diagnosis on the 2015 Massey combine: list symptoms observed, diagnostic steps, meter…
Locate and diagnose malfunctions
+Record the fault diagnosis on the 2015 Massey combine: list symptoms observed, diagnostic steps, meter readings and error codes, component isolation tests and conclusions, parts ordered and recommended next actions with urgency so Sarah in procurement can expedite parts today.
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