|
|
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
| |
Careers / Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment |
|
| |
 |
|
 
|
|
|
| |
| Summary Description |
|
|
Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas. |
|
|
|
|
| |
| Sample Job Titles |
 |
|
1. |
Aerial Erector |
|
2. |
Aerial Installer |
|
3. |
Amplifier Mechanic |
|
4. |
Automation Mechanic |
|
5. |
Boardman |
|
6. |
Certified Control Systems Technician |
|
7. |
Computerized Environmental Control Installer |
|
8. |
Control Equipment Electrician |
|
9. |
Control Systems Technician |
|
10. |
Control Technician |
|
11. |
Electrical and Instrument Mechanic |
|
12. |
Electrical and Instrument Technician (E&I Tech) |
|
13. |
Electrical and Instrumentation Mechanic |
|
14. |
Electrical Assistant |
|
15. |
Electrical Maintenance Technician |
|
16. |
Electrical Technician |
|
17. |
Electrician Technician |
|
18. |
Electronic Device Repairer |
|
19. |
Electronic Equipment Repairmen |
|
20. |
Electronic Sales and Service Technician |
|
21. |
Electronics Mechanic Apprentice |
|
22. |
Electronics Technician |
|
23. |
Field Service Engineer |
|
24. |
Field Technician |
|
25. |
Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer |
|
26. |
I&C Tech (Instrument and Control Technician) |
|
27. |
Industrial Aerial Installer |
|
28. |
Industrial Robotics Mechanic |
|
|
|
29. |
Instrument and Electrical Technician (I&E Tech) |
|
30. |
Maintenance Technician |
|
31. |
Mechatronics Technician |
|
32. |
Meteorological Equipment Repairer |
|
33. |
Metrology Technician |
|
34. |
Microwave Technician |
|
35. |
Missile Pad Mechanic |
|
36. |
Plant and Maintenance Technician |
|
37. |
Plant Electrician |
|
38. |
Power Generation Equipment Repairer |
|
39. |
Printed Circuit Board Reworker |
|
40. |
Public Address System Mechanic |
|
41. |
Radar Mechanic |
|
42. |
Radar Repair and Installation Technician |
|
43. |
Radar Repairer |
|
44. |
Radar Technician |
|
45. |
Radio Antenna Installer |
|
46. |
Radio Interference Expert |
|
47. |
Radio Interference Investigator |
|
48. |
Radioactivity Instrument Maintenance Technician |
|
49. |
Repair Technician |
|
50. |
Robotics Mechanic |
|
51. |
SCADA Technician (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Technician) |
|
52. |
Scale Technician |
|
53. |
Semiconductor Wafers Probe Test Card Repairer |
|
54. |
Service Technician |
|
55. |
Technical Support Specialist |
|
56. |
Utilities Equipment Repairer |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
| Job Tasks |
|
|
 |
Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
|
|
|
Study blueprints, schematics, manuals, or other specifications to determine installation procedures.
- Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
|
|
|
Repair or adjust equipment, machines, or defective components, replacing worn parts, such as gaskets or seals in watertight electrical equipment.
- Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
|
|
|
Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Maintain repair or maintenance records.
|
|
|
Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Inspect equipment to locate or identify electrical problems.
|
|
|
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, or repairing equipment, to detect and prevent problems.
- Maintain work equipment or machinery.
|
|
|
Calibrate testing instruments and installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
- Calibrate equipment to specifications.
|
|
|
Examine work orders and converse with equipment operators to detect equipment problems and to ascertain whether mechanical or human errors contributed to the problems.
- Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
- Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems.
|
|
|
Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
|
|
|
Operate equipment to demonstrate proper use or to analyze malfunctions.
|
|
|
Coordinate efforts with other workers involved in installing or maintaining equipment or components.
- Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
|
|
|
Consult with customers, supervisors, or engineers to plan layout of equipment or to resolve problems in system operation or maintenance.
- Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems.
- Confer with customers or users to assess problems.
|
|
|
Enter information into computer to copy program or to draw, modify, or store schematics, applying knowledge of software package used.
- Enter codes or other information into computers.
|
|
|
Maintain inventory of spare parts.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
|
|
|
Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
- Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
|
|
|
Develop or modify industrial electronic devices, circuits, or equipment, according to available specifications.
- Develop equipment or component configurations.
|
|
|
Send defective units to the manufacturer or to a specialized repair shop for repair.
|
|
|
Determine feasibility of using standardized equipment or develop specifications for equipment required to perform additional functions.
- Determine types of equipment, tools, or materials needed for jobs.
|
|
|
Advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, or suggestions for product improvements.
- Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.
|
|
|
Sign overhaul documents for equipment replaced or repaired.
- Document operational activities.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
| Work Activities |
|
|
|
| Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
|
|
|
|
| Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
|
|
|
|
| Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
|
|
|
|
| Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
|
|
|
|
| Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
|
|
|
|
| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
|
|
|
|
| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
|
|
|
|
| Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
|
|
|
|
| Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
|
|
|
|
| Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
|
|
|
|
| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
|
|
|
|
| Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
|
|
|
|
| Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
|
|
|
|
| Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
|
|
|
|
| Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
|
|
|
|
| Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
|
|
|
|
| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
|
|
|
|
| Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
|
|
|
|
| Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
|
|
|
|
| Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
|
|
|
|
| Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
|
|
|
|
| Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
|
|
|
|
| Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
|
|
|
|
| Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
|
|
|
|
| Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment —
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. |
|
|
|
|
| Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
|
|
|
|
| Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment —
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft. |
|
|
|
|
| Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
|
|
|
|
| Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
|
|
|
|
| Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
|
|
|
|
| Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
|
|
|
|
| Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
|
|
|
|
| Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
|
|
|
|
| Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
|
|
|
|
| Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
|
|
|
|
| Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
|
|
|
|
| Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
|
|
|
|
| Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
| Nature of the Work |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Working Conditions |
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
| |
|
|
| Interesting Fact |
 |
|
|
| Of all professions in the U.S., journalists are credited with having the largest vocabulary with approximately 20,000 words (about twice the US adult average). |
|
|
|
| Did you know... |
 |
|
|
| The MyPlan.com Industry Database provides detailed profiles on 77 different U.S. industries. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
