Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Did You Know:
- Knowledge of electrical equipment and electronics is necessary for employment; employers often prefer applicants with an associate degree in electronics, and professional certification often is required.
- Job opportunities will be best for applicants with an associate degree, certification or related experience.
- Overall employment is projected to grow more slowly than the average for all occupations.
Industry Areas
- Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)
- Building Equipment Contractors
- Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Overall Kind of Work
Businesses and other organizations depend on complex electronic equipment for a variety of functions. Industrial controls automatically monitor and direct production processes on the factory floor...
Work Environment
Military
Electrical products repairers usually work in repair shops on land or aboard ships.
Status
What is the difference between enlisted and officer?
Enlisted:Enlisted members enter the Military with a high school diploma (in some cases a GED), at a minimum. They are employed in almost every type of military career, often in hands-on roles.
Officers: Officers either enter the Military with a four-year college degree or greater or served previously as enlisted members, and are generally employed in management roles or highly specialized fields that require intensive training.
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Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
20,887 Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment in the military
Service Branches
Electrical Products Repairers work in the following services:
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