Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers
SOC Code: 49-2011Also known as:
Accounting Machine Mechanic, Adding Machine Mechanic, Assembly Technician, ATM Servicer (Automated Teller Machine Servicer), ATM Technician (Automated Teller Machine Technician)
Median Annual Salary
$46,860
-0.9% growth (2024-2034)
8K
Openings/Year
79K
Current Jobs
What Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers Do
Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.
💰 Salary
$46,860
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
-0.9%
Little or no change
🎓 Education
Some college, no degree
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
8K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Short-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
79,100
Projected Employment (2034)
78,400
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Top Skills Required
Active Listening
Repairing
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
- Converse with customers to determine details of equipment problems.
- Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
- Advise customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming.
- Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.
- Repair, adjust, or replace electrical or mechanical components or parts, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering or welding equipment.
- Travel to customers' stores or offices to service machines or to provide emergency repair service.
- Maintain parts inventories and order any additional parts needed for repairs.
- Operate machines to test functioning of parts or mechanisms.
- Reinstall software programs or adjust settings on existing software to fix machine malfunctions.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Some college, no degree
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Associate's Degree
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers:
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
2,471 degrees awarded •
102 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers make?
The median annual salary for computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers is $46,860.
What education do computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers need?
Most computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers positions require a some college, no degree.
Common degree programs include Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician.
Is becoming computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers a good career choice?
Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers is projected to see -0.9% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which reflects some decline in the field. With approximately 7,600 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers?
Top colleges for aspiring computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers include
Pontotoc Technology Center, Ventura Adult and Continuing Education, Central Georgia Technical College, Hunter Business School, GateWay Community College.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers?
Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers may also be known as: Accounting Machine Mechanic, Adding Machine Mechanic, Assembly Technician, ATM Servicer (Automated Teller Machine Servicer), ATM Technician (Automated Teller Machine Technician), Bookkeeping Machine Mechanic, Break/Fix Tech (Break/Fix Technician), Business Machine Mechanic, Calculating Machine Mechanic, Cash Register Mechanic, Cash Register Servicer, Computer Equipment Installer, Computer Equipment Repairer, Computer Hardware Tech (Computer Hardware Technician), Computer Installer, Computer Mechanic, Computer Repair Engineer, Computer Repair Technician, Computer Repairer, Computer Service Technician.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.