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
1,017 mapped
Core skills
Critical ThinkingActive ListeningQuality Control AnalysisOperations MonitoringRepairingReading ComprehensionMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingWritingTroubleshootingTime ManagementSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision MakingEquipment MaintenanceCoordinationPersuasionInstallationEquipment SelectionSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisService OrientationNegotiationManagement of Personnel ResourcesActive LearningScienceOperations AnalysisMathematicsLearning StrategiesInstructingTechnology DesignManagement of Material ResourcesManagement of Financial ResourcesProgramming
Knowledge areas
Engineering and TechnologyComputers and ElectronicsMathematicsPublic Safety and SecurityMechanicalDesignEnglish LanguageTelecommunicationsEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServiceProduction and ProcessingTransportationPhysicsAdministrativeLaw and GovernmentAdministration and ManagementBuilding and ConstructionEconomics and AccountingPsychologyPersonnel and Human ResourcesCommunications and MediaChemistryGeographySociology and AnthropologyForeign LanguagePhilosophy and TheologyMedicine and DentistryTherapy and CounselingSales and MarketingFine ArtsBiologyHistory and ArcheologyFood Production
Technology & tools
Adobe AcrobatAdobe Creative Cloud softwareAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopAutodesk AutoCADAutodesk RevitFluke Corporation FlukeView FormsIBM Lotus 1-2-3IBM Lotus NotesLinuxMegger PowerDBMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordTrimble SketchUp Pro
Representative tasks
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsControlling Machines and ProcessesMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsHandling and Moving ObjectsGetting InformationWorking with ComputersPerforming General Physical ActivitiesMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeProcessing InformationOperating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsAnalyzing Data or InformationOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkThinking CreativelyEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersEstimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or InformationJudging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or PeopleTraining and Teaching OthersRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentDocumenting/Recording InformationProviding Consultation and Advice to OthersDrafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and EquipmentEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsCoaching and Developing OthersDeveloping Objectives and StrategiesGuiding, Directing, and Motivating SubordinatesDeveloping and Building TeamsScheduling Work and ActivitiesInterpreting the Meaning of Information for OthersCommunicating with People Outside the OrganizationPerforming Administrative ActivitiesPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicMonitoring and Controlling ResourcesAssisting and Caring for OthersResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersSelling or Influencing Others
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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