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Careers / Radio Mechanics

Job Description


	Test or repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems used in ship-to-shore communications and found in service and emergency vehicles.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Radio and Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers

Employment is projected to decline. Job opportunities will vary by specialty; for example, good opportunities should be available for central office and PBX installers and repairers experienced in current technology, while station installers and repairers can expect keen competition. Applicants with computer skills and postsecondary electronics training should have the best opportunities. Weekend and holiday hours are common; repairers may be on call around the clock in case of emergencies.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Radio mechanics
Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance	1,480
Electronics and Appliance Stores	900
Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers	640
Local Government (OES Designation)	580
Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)	430
Rail Transportation	160
Automotive Repair and Maintenance	130
Other Telecommunications	40
Radio and Television Broadcasting	40
Elementary and Secondary Schools	30

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Radio mechanics
Average Annual Salary	$42,530
Average Hourly Wage	$20.45
Total Employment	5,440

Employment by Gender

U.S. National Average.

	Women

	Men

Related Majors & Degrees

Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
	Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology

Interesting Fact

Before becoming an actress and comedian, Whoopi Goldberg worked as a bricklayer, a bank teller, and even as a makeup artist at a funeral parlor.

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