Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32000864
- Class code
- 32000864
- Pay group
- NC06
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I is $35,596 to $62,294 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32000864.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 06/2018.
What the state says the job is
Positions in this class perform semi-skilled small engine, automotive and heavy equipment repair. Work includes performance of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks involving the service, inspection, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment. Work ranges from inspection and service to moderately complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software and conducting parts/systems failure analysis. Positions must routinely determine materials, techniques and tools to accomplish work assignments. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and/or ancillary components/equipment.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Some knowledge of the techniques and methods involved in determining and solving mechanical difficulties. Ability to use and operate the various machines and instruments commonly found in an automotive and/or heavy equipment repair shop. Some skill in the performance of moderately complex duties relating to the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment or ability to learn on the job. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Physical strength sufficient to work at heavy manual labor for considerable periods of time.
Minimum qualifications
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special requirements
May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.
Nearby classes in North Carolina
Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I in other states
| State | Minimum | Maximum | Per year at full time |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $37,944 | $60,690 | $37,944 to $60,690 |
Each state publishes its own range for a classification with this exact title. Duties, grade structures and bargaining units differ between states, so read each class page before comparing.