Occupation · SOC 49-2093
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
Median wage
$82,730
$49,490–$106,110
Projected growth
+5.7%
Average growth
Annual openings
40
per year
Employed (US)
7,310
Job Zone 3
Typical preparation
Medium preparation
Stackable credential programs
1,020 mapped
Core skills
Critical ThinkingActive ListeningQuality Control AnalysisOperations MonitoringRepairingComplex Problem SolvingMonitoringReading Comprehension
Knowledge areas
Engineering and TechnologyComputers and ElectronicsMathematicsPublic Safety and SecurityMechanical
Technology & tools
Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific software
Representative tasks
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.Maintain equipment service records.Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems.Install fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches, and wall boxes, using hand tools.Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required.Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills and routers.Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions.Install electrical equipment such as air-conditioning, heating, or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commutators, using hand tools.Repair or rebuild equipment such as starters, generators, distributors, or door controls, using electrician's tools.Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor requirements.Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools.
Competency framework
Skill expectations by proficiency level.
emerging
Visual inspection procedures — perform on transportation equipment electrical systems under direct supervisor guidance at a depot or repair facility.Hand tools and basic test instruments — identify and use correctly under supervision during installation tasks on transit vehicles.Wiring schematics and manufacturers' specifications — locate and reference to identify basic circuit layouts under technician direction.Fixtures, outlets, and wall boxes — install using hand tools following step-by-step instructions on assigned transportation equipment.Blown fuses and simple circuit defects — identify and report using visual inspection methods at a supervised workstation.Wire splicing techniques — practice with knives and cutting pliers under close supervision to join conductors on low-voltage circuits.Equipment service records — record completed tasks and parts used in maintenance logs under supervision at a service center.Safety protocols for electrical work — follow consistently on transportation equipment to prevent shock or fire hazard in shop environments.Diagnostic software interfaces — navigate basic menus under guidance to retrieve fault codes from vehicle control systems.Reassembly steps — execute for simple electrical components after repairs, verifying fit and connections before supervisor sign-off.
developing
Electrical malfunctions in ignition and lighting systems — diagnose using testing devices and computer software with reduced oversight on transit or rail equipment.Defective wiring and relays — adjust, repair, or replace in air-conditioning and safety control systems using electrician's tools in a scheduled maintenance environment.Solder connections — apply to fixtures, outlets, and equipment wiring with consistent quality following established procedures at a transportation repair shop.Circuit defects including malfunctioning transistors — locate, remove, and resolve independently by cross-referencing schematics on familiar vehicle platforms.Reassembled electrical assemblies — test after repair using multimeters and diagnostic software to confirm system function before returning equipment to service.Service record documentation — maintain accurately for multiple vehicles using document management or office suite software in a fleet maintenance setting.Manufacturer technical bulletins and wiring diagrams — read and apply to resolve recurring faults on standard transportation equipment models.Ignition and safety control system components — replace and calibrate following OEM specifications with minimal supervisory direction.Multiple electrical subsystems — monitor during operational checks to detect anomalies before they escalate into service failures.Workplace coordination — communicate repair status and parts needs clearly to supervisors and parts staff to keep maintenance schedules on track.
proficient
Complex electrical faults across ignition, lighting, and control systems — troubleshoot autonomously using advanced diagnostic software and systematic root-cause analysis on diverse transportation equipment.Non-routine wiring failures in safety and telecommunications circuits — diagnose and repair independently, adapting methods when standard procedures do not resolve the issue.Full electrical system inspections — conduct end-to-end on buses, rail cars, or specialty vehicles, producing detailed findings and corrective-action plans without supervisory input.Schematics and engineering specifications — interpret and apply to novel equipment configurations, identifying discrepancies between documentation and installed systems.High-complexity component replacements including terminal boards and relay panels — execute with precision, ensuring compliance with public safety and regulatory standards.Quality control analysis — apply to completed repairs by designing and running functional test sequences that validate all affected electrical subsystems.Equipment maintenance strategies — develop for individual vehicle platforms by analyzing service history data in spreadsheet or analytical software tools.Soldering and splicing on precision or high-voltage circuits — perform to manufacturer tolerances, minimizing rework and ensuring long-term connection integrity.Junior technicians and apprentices — mentor during hands-on repair tasks, transferring diagnostic reasoning and safe work practices in an active shop environment.Compliance documentation and inspection reports — prepare accurately using compliance and document management software to satisfy regulatory or customer audit requirements.
advanced
Departmental technical standards and repair procedures — develop and codify for all electrical work on transportation equipment, setting the benchmark for a multi-technician workforce.Workforce competency gaps — assess across the repair team and design structured training programs that align skill development with fleet maintenance requirements.Fleet-wide electrical reliability strategies — lead by analyzing failure-trend data and implementing preventive maintenance regimes that reduce unplanned downtime.Cross-functional engineering and operations teams — coordinate to resolve systemic electrical design or installation issues affecting entire vehicle fleets.Procurement and vendor selection — guide for electrical components and diagnostic tooling by evaluating technical specifications against operational and safety requirements.Organizational safety culture — champion by establishing and enforcing electrical safety policies and ensuring all staff demonstrate consistent compliance in transportation maintenance environments.CAD and analytical software platforms — leverage to evaluate proposed system modifications, providing technical authority approval before changes are implemented fleet-wide.Budget and resource planning — direct for the electrical maintenance function, balancing labor, parts, and equipment investment to achieve service-level and cost targets.Complex regulatory and public-safety compliance requirements — interpret and translate into operational procedures, representing the organization in audits and industry technical forums.Strategic partnerships with OEMs and technology suppliers — establish to ensure early adoption of emerging electrical and electronics technologies across the transportation equipment portfolio.
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