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Radio Mechanics

Also known as: Broadcasting Equipment Mechanic, Communications Systems Technician, Electronic Equipment Repairer, Field Radio Technician, Field Service Technician, Field Technician, Land Mobile Radio Technician, Microwave Radio Technician, Mobile Radio Technician, Radio Adjuster

Test or repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems used in ship-to-shore communications and found in service and emergency vehicles.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma34%
Some College30%
Post-Secondary Certificate3%
Associate's Degree20%
Bachelor's Degree14%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None7%
6 months - 1 year16%
1-2 years24%
2-4 years12%
4-6 years12%
6-8 years29%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

1-3 months10%
3-6 months25%
6 months - 1 year5%
1-2 years46%
2-4 years14%

How AI Impacts Each Task

13 tasks analyzed

Examine malfunctioning radio equipment to locate defects such as loose connections, broken wires, or burned-out components, using schematic diagrams and test equipment.

Repair circuits, wiring, and soldering, using soldering irons and hand tools to install parts and adjust connections.

Install, adjust, and repair stationary and mobile radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communication systems.

Test equipment functions such as signal strength and quality, transmission capacity, interference, and signal delay, using equipment such as oscilloscopes, circuit analyzers, frequency meters, and wattmeters.

Calibrate and align components, using scales, gauges, and other measuring instruments.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

IntegrityAttention to DetailInitiativeSelf ControlAdaptability/FlexibilityCooperationDependabilityAnalytical ThinkingStress ToleranceIndependencePersistenceConcern for Others

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$64,190

per year

Mean Wage

$69,180

per year

Employment

11K

workers

Wage Range

$42,360 - $102,550

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$42,360Median: $64,190$102,550
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