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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Facilities Management
Dallas, TX

Maintenance Worker Jobs in Dallas

Temp and flexible maintenance worker positions in Dallas pay $16.00-$24.18/hr — 4% below the national average, with a cost of living 7% below the U.S. baseline.

$16-$24

Per Hour

$804

Weekly (40hrs)

93

Cost Index

CST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Dallas

Finance
Logistics
Healthcare
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1450
Groceries$340
Transport$90
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About Maintenance Worker Jobs in Dallas

Maintenance Workers in Dallas earn $16.00-$24.18/hr, below the national average.

Maintenance Workers perform general repairs and upkeep in buildings, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, painting, and equipment maintenance.

Most maintenance worker positions in Dallas are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Maintenance Worker Pay: Dallas vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Dallas, TX$16–$24/hr93$1,450
Austin, TX$16–$27/hr103$1,600
Fort Worth, TX$16–$24/hr93$1,250
Houston, TX$16–$24/hr91$1,300
San Antonio, TX$16–$24/hr91$1,100
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Maintenance Worker in Dallas

2.2x
Tight Budget
72
Hours to pay rent
45%
Rent / gross income
627
Monthly disposable
11% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Dallas

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,480
Est. taxes (~22%)-$766
Take-home$2,714
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,450
Groceries + transport$430
Remaining$834

Based on avg Maintenance Worker rate of $20.09/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform general building repairs
  • Fix plumbing issues (leaks, clogs)
  • Handle minor electrical repairs
  • Paint and patch walls
  • Maintain HVAC systems

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Mechanical aptitude
Problem solving
Physical fitness
Time management
Safety awareness
Requirements
  • Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC
  • Own hand tools (often)
  • Physical ability for varied tasks
  • Reliability and problem-solving skills

Earnings Calculator for Dallas

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25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$500
Monthly
$2,165
Yearly
$26,000
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Career Path from Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker

0-2 years

Maintenance Technician

2-4 years

Chief Engineer

4-6 years

Facilities Director

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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