Average Maintenance Assistant Hourly Pay

$16.83
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.86
MEDIAN
$16.83
90%
$22.28

The average hourly pay for a Maintenance Assistant is $16.83 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$13 - $22
Bonus
$495 - $5k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$27k - $48k
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What Do Maintenance Assistants Do?

Maintenance Assistant Tasks
  • Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on building structures, grounds, building systems, and equipment.
  • Complete various painting, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing projects.
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How do Maintenance Assistants Rate Their Jobs?

3.8 out of 5
(9)
Highly Satisfied
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FAQs About Maintenance Assistants

What is the highest pay for Maintenance Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Maintenance Assistant is $22.28 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Maintenance Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Maintenance Assistant is $12.86 / hour

How can Maintenance Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Maintenance Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Maintenance Assistant that oversees more junior Maintenance Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.