Industrial maintenance schools in Marion, NC
3 schools within 30 miles of Marion, NC offer industrial maintenance & mechatronics programs, and one is in Marion itself. Industrial maintenance technicians in North Carolina earn a median $62,430 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in NC
- $62,430
What industrial maintenance technicians earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Industrial maintenance technician salary in North CarolinaHow to become an industrial maintenance technician
- Median pay
- $62,430
- $30.02 an hour
- Typical range
- $43,550–$81,970
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 15,720
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +17.8%
- 44,400 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest industrial maintenance & mechatronics schools to Marion?
The closest are McDowell Technical Community College (Marion, 3 mi), Western Piedmont Community College (Morganton, 18 mi), and Isothermal Community College (Spindale, 24 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach industrial maintenance & mechatronics.
How much do industrial maintenance & mechatronics programs near Marion cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,448 to $10,758. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do industrial maintenance technicians make near Marion?
Across North Carolina, the median pay is $62,430 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a industrial maintenance & mechatronics school in Marion?
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Industrial maintenance schools in nearby cities
- Morganton (17 mi)
- Spindale (22 mi)
- Asheville (32 mi)
- Shelby (37 mi)
- Hickory (38 mi)
- Elizabethton, TN (48 mi)
- Spartanburg, SC (51 mi)
- Clyde (52 mi)