Electronic Equip Rep (Indus)

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Work Tasks

• Put in and fix electronic equipment in things like missile controls, radar systems, and medical equipment
• Put electronic parts in new equipment
• Test to make sure everything works correctly
• Keep equipment in good working order
• Work indoors for the government, electronic manufacturers, telephone companies, hospitals, airports, and contractors
• Work with office and industrial electronic equipment, testing equipment like voltmeters and oscilloscopes, blueprints, drawings, and designs

Salary, Size & Growth

• $50,000 average per year ($24.00 per hour)
• A medium occupation (67,600 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow slowly (0.4% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: Training in electronics repair
• Employers Prefer: A 2-year degree in electronic engineering technology
• Skills/Courses: Courses in applied math, electricity, electronics, mechanical drawing, science, shop, computers, and electronic equipment repair
• Certification/Licensing: Certifications are available.