Occupation · SOC 49-2094
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.
Median wage
$71,300
$44,980–$103,060
Projected growth
-0.7%
Declining
Annual openings
-50
per year
Employed (US)
59,990
Job Zone 3
Typical preparation
Medium preparation
Stackable credential programs
184 mapped
Core skills
RepairingOperations MonitoringTroubleshootingQuality Control AnalysisEquipment MaintenanceCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingReading ComprehensionMonitoringEquipment SelectionActive ListeningWritingTime ManagementSystems AnalysisSocial PerceptivenessOperation and ControlActive LearningSystems EvaluationService OrientationPersuasionLearning StrategiesInstructingInstallationCoordinationScienceMathematicsManagement of Personnel ResourcesNegotiationTechnology DesignProgrammingOperations AnalysisManagement of Material ResourcesManagement of Financial Resources
Knowledge areas
Computers and ElectronicsMechanicalProduction and ProcessingCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematicsAdministration and ManagementEnglish LanguageEngineering and TechnologyDesignEducation and TrainingPhysicsTelecommunicationsAdministrativePublic Safety and SecurityCommunications and MediaTransportationPersonnel and Human ResourcesChemistryBuilding and ConstructionPsychologyLaw and GovernmentEconomics and AccountingSociology and AnthropologyBiologyTherapy and CounselingMedicine and DentistryHistory and ArcheologySales and MarketingGeographyForeign LanguagePhilosophy and TheologyFood ProductionFine Arts
Technology & tools
Autodesk AutoCADCircuit evaluation softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareComputerized maintenance management system CMMSDatabase softwareEmail softwareInternet browser softwareMaintenance management softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft WordOperating system softwareProgrammable logic controller PLC softwareRockwell RSLogixSAP MaintenanceWord processing software
Representative tasks
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsWorking with ComputersDocumenting/Recording InformationIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsGetting InformationMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesControlling Machines and ProcessesTraining and Teaching OthersRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentAnalyzing Data or InformationEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkThinking CreativelyProcessing InformationHandling and Moving ObjectsJudging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or PeopleEstimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or InformationDrafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and EquipmentPerforming General Physical ActivitiesCoaching and Developing OthersInterpreting the Meaning of Information for OthersDeveloping Objectives and StrategiesGuiding, Directing, and Motivating SubordinatesScheduling Work and ActivitiesCommunicating with People Outside the OrganizationCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersProviding Consultation and Advice to OthersAssisting and Caring for OthersResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersOperating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentDeveloping and Building TeamsPerforming Administrative ActivitiesMonitoring and Controlling ResourcesSelling or Influencing OthersStaffing Organizational Units
Competency framework
Skill expectations by proficiency level.
emerging
Basic test instruments and digital multimeters — identify and apply under direct supervision to measure voltage, current, and resistance on commercial electronic equipment.Equipment maintenance logs — record observed performance problems, repair actions, and test results under technician guidance in an industrial shop environment.Faulty electronic components — recognize visible defects such as loose connections, frayed wires, and burnt parts during supervised inspection of industrial assemblies.Schematic diagrams and wiring charts — read and interpret with instructor or senior technician support to locate circuit elements on industrial control panels.Preventive maintenance checklists — follow step-by-step procedures to clean, check, and lubricate commercial equipment under direct oversight on a scheduled maintenance cycle.Test equipment and diagnostic software — set up and operate under supervision to verify basic functional operation of electronic units in a controlled lab or shop setting.Hand tools and soldering equipment — use safely and accurately under direct guidance to replace discrete components on commercial electronic circuit boards.CAD or schematic software — enter basic component data and reproduce simple drawings under direction to support documentation of repair tasks.Safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures — apply consistently under supervision when preparing industrial equipment for inspection or repair.Operational parameters of newly repaired equipment — observe and report deviations to a supervising technician during initial post-repair power-up tests.
developing
Diagnostic test equipment and analytical software — apply routinely without close supervision to isolate malfunctions in commercial and industrial electronic systems.Electronic equipment maintenance logs — maintain accurately and consistently, recording calibration results, repair histories, and recurring fault patterns across an assigned equipment fleet.Industrial electronic equipment — set up, configure, and test following manufacturer specifications to confirm proper operation before returning units to production service.Component assemblies and wiring harnesses — inspect methodically for defects, assembly errors, and code compliance during incoming quality checks on industrial installations.Repaired electronic equipment — install in industrial or manufacturing environments, coordinating with operations staff to minimize production downtime.Industrial control systems — operate and demonstrate correct use to production personnel or customers, identifying anomalies that indicate emerging faults.CAD and schematic software tools — modify and store updated circuit diagrams reflecting as-built repair changes, applying working knowledge of the software package in use.Scheduled preventive maintenance tasks — execute independently on commercial equipment, adjusting inspection frequency based on observed wear trends and equipment history.Technical service manuals and electronic publications — read and apply comprehension skills to select correct repair procedures for familiar equipment fault codes.Replacement parts and repair materials — evaluate and select appropriate components by comparing specifications against equipment requirements during routine repair cycles.
proficient
Complex electronic malfunctions in industrial systems — troubleshoot autonomously using advanced test equipment and diagnostic software, applying deductive reasoning across unfamiliar fault scenarios.Multi-equipment maintenance programs — manage and optimize preventive schedules, analyzing log data to identify systemic failure trends and adjust service intervals proactively.Industrial electronic systems — commission and validate end-to-end functional performance after major overhaul or new installation, interpreting systems-level test results against design specifications.Non-routine assembly defects and installation anomalies — assess and resolve using engineering judgment, escalating only when root cause requires design-authority input.Electronic equipment across diverse installation environments — configure and reinstall in military, industrial, and production settings, adapting mounting and interface solutions to site-specific constraints.Equipment operation demonstrations and malfunction analyses — conduct independently for operations teams, clearly communicating technical findings and corrective actions to non-technical audiences.Facility equipment databases and schematic repositories — develop, update, and query to produce accurate documentation packages supporting regulatory audits and maintenance planning.Quality control analyses on repaired and newly installed units — execute rigorously, applying measurement uncertainty awareness to calibration records and acceptance test reports.Emerging repair technologies and diagnostic methods — research and evaluate through active learning, integrating applicable techniques into established shop practices.Cross-functional problem-solving on high-impact equipment failures — lead technical investigation, synthesizing electrical, mechanical, and software evidence to deliver verified root-cause findings.
advanced
Organizational maintenance strategy for commercial and industrial electronic equipment — develop and implement, aligning preventive and predictive programs with production reliability targets and budget constraints.Technical competency frameworks for repair technician teams — design and oversee, defining skill progression milestones and coordinating structured on-the-job training across experience levels.Enterprise equipment documentation and CMMS platforms — direct the configuration and governance of, ensuring data integrity for maintenance histories, calibration records, and parts inventories.Complex multi-system troubleshooting methodologies — establish and standardize across the maintenance organization, drawing on advanced systems analysis to eliminate chronic failure modes.Capital repair and equipment replacement decisions — advise senior leadership on, integrating life-cycle cost data, failure trend analyses, and operational risk assessments.Quality assurance programs for repair and calibration activities — architect and lead, setting acceptance criteria and audit processes that satisfy regulatory and customer requirements.Cross-departmental collaboration on new equipment installations — champion, interfacing with engineering, procurement, and operations to ensure maintainability requirements are embedded in design and procurement specifications.Emerging electronics and diagnostic technologies — evaluate strategically, recommending adoption roadmaps that enhance organizational repair capability and reduce mean time to repair.Safety and compliance culture within the maintenance function — model and reinforce, authoring policies and leading reviews that sustain lockout/tagout, ESD, and hazardous-materials standards.Organizational knowledge transfer and succession readiness — lead through formal mentoring, technical writing initiatives, and cross-training programs that preserve critical repair expertise across workforce transitions.
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