Career overview

Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers

O*NET-SOC 49-2092.00

Median pay / yr$53,990

OutlookAverage

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

What it takes

The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers.

RepairingRepairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Equipment MaintenancePerforming routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
TroubleshootingDetermining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Equipment SelectionDetermining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Production and ProcessingKnowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Administration and ManagementKnowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.