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Job Description


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

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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)

	Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers

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.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance	4,600
Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers	2,420
Machinery, Equipment, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers	1,900
Building Equipment Contractors	930
Other Amusement and Recreation Industries	790
Automotive Repair and Maintenance	500
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	470
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing	450
Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills	350
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers	350

Career Video

Title: "Electric Home Appliance and Power Tool Repairers"

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Average Annual Salary	$38,050
Average Hourly Wage	$18.30
Total Employment	18,710