Employment Level - Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
LNU02032211 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,229.00
Year-over-Year Change
7.75%
Date Range
1/1/1983 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks employment levels in installation, maintenance, and repair occupations. Provides critical insight into skilled trade workforce dynamics and economic health.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This metric measures the total number of workers employed in technical maintenance and repair sectors. It reflects industrial productivity and labor market strength.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and economists to assess workforce trends in technical industries.
Key Facts
- Indicates technical workforce participation
- Reflects industrial sector health
- Tracks skilled labor market trends
FAQs
Q: What do installation and maintenance occupations include?
A: Includes technicians in mechanical, electrical, and industrial repair roles across multiple sectors.
Q: How often is this employment data updated?
A: Monthly updates through the Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: Why are these employment levels important?
A: Indicates economic productivity, industrial capacity, and workforce skill development trends.
Q: How do maintenance job levels relate to economic health?
A: Higher employment suggests strong industrial activity and economic infrastructure investment.
Q: Can this data predict economic changes?
A: Provides leading indicators of industrial sector performance and potential economic shifts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment Level - Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (LNU02032211), retrieved from FRED.