Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$70,200
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+2.4% (slower than the average)
Career
What Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment Do
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
Other Job Titles Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment May Have
Critical Systems Technician, Electronic Bench Technician, Electronics Mechanic, Locomotive Electrician, Power Technician (Power Tech), Ship Yard Electrical Person
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Most common level of education among people in this career: High school diploma or equivalent (35%)
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