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Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Also known as: Apparatus Lineman, Corrosion Control Fitter, Corrosion Technician, Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E & I Technician), Electrical Maintenance Mechanic, Electrical Technician, Gear Technician, Generating Station Mechanic, Generator Mechanic, Instrument and Control Technician (I & C Technician)

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma8%
Some College50%
Post-Secondary Certificate11%
Associate's Degree28%
Bachelor's Degree2%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None10%
3-6 months1%
1-2 years25%
2-4 years35%
4-6 years21%
6-8 years6%
8-10 years2%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

3-6 months1%
6 months - 1 year12%
1-2 years10%
2-4 years53%
4-6 years21%
6-8 years3%

How AI Impacts Each Task

17 tasks analyzed

Inspect and test equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.

Prepare and maintain records detailing tests, repairs, and maintenance.

Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and to determine optimum equipment functioning.

Analyze test data to diagnose malfunctions, to determine performance characteristics of systems, or to evaluate effects of system modifications.

Open and close switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingCooperationDependabilityIntegrityAdaptability/FlexibilityInitiativeStress TolerancePersistenceAchievement/EffortIndependenceConcern for Others

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$100,940

per year

Mean Wage

$97,460

per year

Employment

23K

workers

Wage Range

$60,820 - $127,970

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$60,820Median: $100,940$127,970
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