Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Maintenance workers, machinery occupations: 16 years and over
LEU0254511500A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
27.00
Year-over-Year Change
8.00%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024
Summary
Tracks full-time employment for maintenance and machinery workers across the United States. Provides critical insights into industrial labor market dynamics and workforce composition.
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 employment series measures the number of full-time wage and salary workers in maintenance and machinery-related occupations. It reflects industrial sector employment trends.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess manufacturing and industrial workforce stability.
Key Facts
- Represents full-time workers in machinery maintenance roles
- Indicates industrial sector employment health
- Tracked monthly by federal labor statistics
FAQs
Q: What occupations are included in maintenance and machinery workers?
A: Includes technicians, repair workers, and machinery operators across various industrial 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 maintenance worker employment trends important?
A: Reflects industrial productivity, economic health, and technological infrastructure investment.
Q: How does this data impact economic policy?
A: Helps policymakers understand workforce needs and potential job training requirements.
Q: Are part-time workers included in this series?
A: No, this series specifically tracks full-time wage and salary workers.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Maintenance Workers Employment (LEU0254511500A), retrieved from FRED.