First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,320 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $33.33
10th percentile $45,110
90th percentile $108,370
Employed locally 600
National median $78,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,110
    25th
    $52,950
    50th (median)
    $69,320
    75th
    $89,820
    90th
    $108,370

    Top-paying metros for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $110,140
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $104,020
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $104,000
    Longview-Kelso, WA $101,150
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $100,510
    Vallejo, CA $100,500

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$42,880
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,750
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$60,200
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$46,400
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$50,710
    Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other$45,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in East Tennessee is $33.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.35 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salaries?

    The median First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary in East Tennessee is 11.5% below the national median of $78,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (10th percentile) earn around $45,110 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,950.