Maintenance Helpers / Assistants
A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
About this Career
Average Salary
£21,293New workers start at around £6,698. Normal pay is £21,293 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £37,419
Annual Openings
125Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs
Daily Tasks
- Checks fire and safety equipment for adequate functioning.
- Undertakes minor repairs and notifies owner of need for major repairs.
- Controls heating, lighting and security systems.
- Supervises and/or undertakes the cleaning and maintenance of premises.
- Locks and unlocks doors and entrances at appropriate times.
Skills Employers are looking for
Skills | Importance |
---|---|
Reading Comprehension | 50% |
Active Listening | 47% |
Learning Strategies | 44% |
Speaking | 41% |
Writing | 38% |
Critical Thinking | 36% |
Mathematics | 34% |
Active Learning | 33% |
Monitoring | 30% |
Science | 22% |