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Occupation Description

Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas. Exclude "Avionics Technicians", "Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles", and "Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment".

State and National Wages

Wage Table

Hourly Wage Chart

Yearly Wage Chart

Location	Pay Period	2009
		10%	25%	Median	75%	90%
United States	Hourly	$15.12	$19.34	$24.39	$29.53	$34.76
	Yearly	$31,400	$40,200	$50,700	$61,400	$72,300
South Carolina	Hourly	$12.99	$17.36	$21.92	$25.90	$31.33
	Yearly	$27,000	$36,100	$45,600	$53,900	$65,200

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• High is the wage at which 90% of workers earn less and 10% earn more.
• Middle is the wage at which 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
• Low is the wage at which 10% of workers earn less and 90% earn more.

Wage Table

Hourly Wage Chart

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• High is the wage at which 90% of workers earn less and 10% earn more.
• Middle is the wage at which 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
• Low is the wage at which 10% of workers earn less and 90% earn more.

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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics Survey
State Data Source: South Carolina Wage Information

State and National Trends

Note: The data for the State Employment Trends and the National Employment Trends are not directly comparable. The projections period for state data is 2006-2016, while the projections period for national data is 2008-2018.

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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections
State Data Source: South Carolina Employment Security Commission

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The most important knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are listed for Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment.

Knowledge:

• Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Skills:

• Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Installation - Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Abilities:

• Finger Dexterity - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Source: Occupational Information Network: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment.

Tasks and Activities

Occupation specific tasks and the most important generalized work activities are listed for Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment.

Occupation Specific Tasks:

• Advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvements.
• Calibrate testing instruments and installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
• Consult with customers, supervisors, and engineers to plan layout of equipment and to resolve problems in system operation and maintenance.
• Coordinate efforts with other workers involved in installing and maintaining equipment or components.
• Determine feasibility of using standardized equipment, and develop specifications for equipment required to perform additional functions.
• Develop or modify industrial electronic devices, circuits, and equipment according to available specifications.
• Enter information into computer to copy program or to draw, modify, or store schematics, applying knowledge of software package used.
• Examine work orders and converse with equipment operators to detect equipment problems and to ascertain whether mechanical or human errors contributed to the problems.
• Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation and for defects such as loose connections and frayed wires.
• Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
• Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, and tests.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts.
• Operate equipment to demonstrate proper use and to analyze malfunctions.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, and repairing equipment, to detect and prevent problems.
• Repair and adjust equipment, machines, and defective components, replacing worn parts such as gaskets and seals in watertight electrical equipment.
• Send defective units to the manufacturer or to a specialized repair shop for repair.
• Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
• Sign overhaul documents for equipment replaced or repaired.
• Study blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures.
• Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment and software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.

Generalized 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.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Detailed Work Activities:

• analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical or electronic equipment
• analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
• calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
• communicate technical information
• conduct sequential tests to locate electronic malfunction
• confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
• determine installation, service, or repair needed
• determine specifications
• distinguish colors
• fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
• install electrical fixtures or components
• install electronic equipment, components, or systems
• install electronic power, communication, control, or security equipment or systems
• install or replace meters, regulators, or related measuring or control devices
• install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
• instruct customers in product installation, use, or repair
• maintain equipment service records
• maintain inventory of supplies
• maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery
• modify electrical or electronic equipment or products
• obtain information from clients, customers, or patients
• perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
• plan layout of electrical/electronic equipment installation
• plan or organize work
• read blueprints
• read schematics
• read technical drawings
• read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
• repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
• repair electronic components, equipment, or systems
• repair or adjust measuring or control devices
• repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment
• replace electronic components
• solder electrical or electronic connections or components
• test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures
• test electronic or electrical circuit connections
• understand detailed electronic design specifications
• understand service or repair manuals
• understand technical information for electronic repair work
• understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
• use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks
• use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
• use diagnostic software in electronics repair
• use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
• use electronic calibration devices
• use hand or power tools
• use interpersonal communication techniques
• use oscilloscopes in electronics repair
• use precision tools in electronics repair
• use soldering equipment
• use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter
• work as a team member

Source: Occupational Information Network: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment.

Tools and Technology

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment  View Detailed Report

Tools:

• Grounding hardware - Clamp sticks, Ground straps, Temporary protective grounds
• Microcontrollers - Programmable logic controllers PLC, Proportional integral derivative PID controllers, Teach pendants
• Pipe bending tools - Hydraulic pipe benders, Pipe benders, Polyvinyl chloride PVC benders
• Punches or nail sets or drifts - Knockout punches, Punches, Screw starters
• Voltage or current meters - High-voltage detectors, Low voltage detectors, Test lamps, Voltmeters

Technology:

• Computer aided design CAD software - Autodesk AutoCAD software, Computer aided design CAD software
• Facilities management software - Computerized maintenance management system CMMS software, Maintenance management software
• Office suite software - Microsoft Office software
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel
• Word processing software - Microsoft Word, Word processing software

Source: Occupational Information Network: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment.

Education and Training

Occupation: Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Most Common Educational/Training Level: Postsecondary vocational award
Related Instructional Programs:

• Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
• Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician

WIA Eligible Training Provider List: http://www.workforcesouthcarolina.com/provider/

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections (Education/Training Level, Educational Attainment); National Center for Education Statistics (Typical Instructional Programs)

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