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Summary Description


	Repair, adjust, or install audio or television receivers, stereo systems, camcorders, video systems, or other electronic home entertainment equipment.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Audio Installer

2.	Audio Video Mechanic

3.	Audio-Video Repairer

4.	Cable Installation Technician

5.	Dish Network Installer

6.	Electric Organ Checker

7.	Electric Organ Inspector and Repairer

8.	Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Repairer

9.	Electronic Musical Instrument Repairer

10.	Electronic Organ Mechanic

11.	Electronic Organ Technician

12.	Electronic Sales and Service Technician

13.	Electronic Systems Technician (EST)

14.	Electronic Technician

15.	Electronic Video Games Servicer

16.	Field Service Representative

17.	Field Service Technician

18.	Home Stereo Equipment Installer

19.	Home Theater Installer

20.	In Shop Service Technician

21.	Information Transport Systems Technician

22.	Installer

23.	Low Voltage Electrician

24.	Maintenance Engineer

25.	Maintenance Worker

26.	Mechanic

27.	Phonograph Mechanic

28.	Radio Repairer

29.	Repair Technician

30.	Satellite Dish Installer

31.	Satellite Dish Repairer

32.	Satellite Installer

33.	Satellite Technician

34.	Service Technician

35.	Stereo Equipment Installer

36.	Stereo Equipment Repairer

37.	Tape Recorder Mechanic

38.	Tape Recorder Repairer

39.	Technician

40.	Television Analyzer

41.	Television and Radio Repairer

42.	Television Installer

43.	Television Maintenance Man

44.	Television Maintenance Worker

45.	Television Mechanic (TV Mechanic)

46.	Television Repairer

47.	Television Repairman

48.	Television Service Engineer

49.	Television Servicer

50.	Television Technician

51.	Video Player Mechanic

52.	Video Recorder Mechanic

53.	Video System Repairer

54.	Video Technician

55.	Wireless Internet Installer

Job Tasks

	Disassemble entertainment equipment and repair or replace loose, worn, or defective components and wiring, using hand tools and soldering irons.

	Install, service, and repair electronic equipment or instruments such as televisions, radios, and videocassette recorders.

	Calibrate and test equipment, and locate circuit and component faults, using hand and power tools and measuring and testing instruments such as resistance meters and oscilloscopes.

	Confer with customers to determine the nature of problems or to explain repairs.

	Tune or adjust equipment and instruments to obtain optimum visual or auditory reception, according to specifications, manuals, and drawings.

	Instruct customers on the safe and proper use of equipment.

	Compute cost estimates for labor and materials.

	Read and interpret electronic circuit diagrams, function block diagrams, specifications, engineering drawings, and service manuals.

	Keep records of work orders and test and maintenance reports.

	Make service calls to repair units in customers' homes, or return units to shops for major repairs.

	Position or mount speakers, and wire speakers to consoles.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.


		use interpersonal communication techniques

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.


		calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification

		install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit

		replace electronic components

		install electronic equipment, components, or systems

		repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment

		repair electronic components, equipment, or systems

		conduct sequential tests to locate electronic malfunction

		test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures

		analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical or electronic equipment

		test electronic or electrical circuit connections

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.


		read schematics

		read technical drawings

		obtain information from clients, customers, or patients

		read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.


		distinguish colors

		understand detailed electronic design specifications

		understand technical information for electronic repair work

		understand service or repair manuals

		understand technical operating, service or repair manuals

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

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.


		communicate technical information

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

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.


		perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.


		fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

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.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

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.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

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.


		estimate cost for repair services

		determine installation, service, or repair needed

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).


		solder electrical or electronic connections or components

		use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment

		use hand or power tools

		use oscilloscopes in electronics repair

		use precision tools in electronics repair

		use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter

		use soldering equipment

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

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.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers
	Electronic home entertainment equipment installers and repairers—also called service technicians—repair a variety of audio and video equipment. They may specialize in one type of product, or may be trained in many different ones. The most common products include televisions and radios, stereo components, digital video disc players, and video cameras. They also install and repair satellite television dishes and home theater systems, which consist of large-screen televisions and sophisticated surround-sound audio components.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers
	Most repairers work in well-lighted electrical repair shops. Field technicians, however, spend much time traveling in service vehicles and working in customers' residences.

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