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Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers

Median Salary
49,230
Job Outlook
+1%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

84%

Self-employed

8%

State and local government

4%

Federal Government

3%

Private not for profit

0%

What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$29,600

10%

$49,230

Median

$72,860

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Post-secondary certificate

    39%

  • High school

    30%

  • Associate's degree

    19%

  • Some college

    8%

  • Less than high school

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Mechanical
  • Production and Processing
  • Education and Training
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering and Technology

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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