Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
SOC Code: 49-2093Also known as:
Body Wirer, Control Troubleshooter, Critical Power Install Technician, Critical Power Technician, Critical Systems Technician
Median Annual Salary
$82,730
+6.1% growth (2024-2034)
600
Openings/Year
7K
Current Jobs
What Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment Do
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
💰 Salary
$82,730
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+6.1%
Faster than average
🎓 Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
600
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Long-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
7,000
Projected Employment (2034)
7,400
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$71,300 •
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$100,940 •
+5.5% growth
Top Skills Required
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Operations Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Reading Comprehension
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
- Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
- Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
- Maintain equipment service records.
- Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems.
- Install fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches, and wall boxes, using hand tools.
- Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required.
- Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills and routers.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Post-Secondary Certificate
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment:
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
41,728 degrees awarded •
751 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment.
| # | College | Location | Related Degrees | Repit Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee | Muskogee, OK | 127 | B |
| 2 | Dallas College | Dallas, TX | 768 | C+ |
| 3 | WyoTech | Laramie, WY | 477 | C+ |
| 4 | GateWay Community College | Phoenix, AZ | 413 | C+ |
| 5 | College of Lake County | Grayslake, IL | 335 | C+ |
| 6 | Front Range Community College | Westminster, CO | 302 | C+ |
| 7 | Cypress College | Cypress, CA | 258 | C+ |
| 8 | Central Piedmont Community College | Charlotte, NC | 249 | C+ |
| 9 | Aims Community College | Greeley, CO | 240 | C+ |
| 10 | Spokane Community College | Spokane, WA | 225 | C+ |
| 11 | Hazard Community and Technical College | Hazard, KY | 222 | C+ |
| 12 | Pasadena City College | Pasadena, CA | 214 | C+ |
| 13 | Elizabethtown Community and Technical College | Elizabethtown, KY | 165 | C+ |
| 14 | Elgin Community College | Elgin, IL | 160 | C+ |
| 15 | San Diego Miramar College | San Diego, CA | 156 | C+ |
| 16 | Colorado Mesa University | Grand Junction, CO | 155 | C+ |
| 17 | Sinclair Community College | Dayton, OH | 155 | C+ |
| 18 | Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville | Nashville, TN | 154 | C+ |
| 19 | De Anza College | Cupertino, CA | 149 | C+ |
| 20 | Somerset Community College | Somerset, KY | 144 | C+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment make?
The median annual salary for electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment is $82,730.
What education do electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment need?
Most electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment positions require a postsecondary nondegree award.
Common degree programs include Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Is becoming a electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment a good career choice?
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment is projected to see +6.1% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is faster than average for all occupations. With approximately 600 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment?
Top colleges for aspiring electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment include
Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee, Dallas College, WyoTech, GateWay Community College, College of Lake County.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment?
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment may also be known as: Body Wirer, Control Troubleshooter, Critical Power Install Technician, Critical Power Technician, Critical Systems Technician, Diagnostic Troubleshooter, Electrical and Electronics Installer, Electrical and Electronics Repairer, Electrical Troubleshooter, Electronic Bench Technician, Electronic Repair Troubleshooter, Electronic Tester, Electronic Troubleshooter, Electronics Mechanic, Electronics Technician (Electronics Tech), Global Technical Controls Troubleshooter, Locomotive Electrician, Marine Electronics Repairer, Marine Electronics Technician, Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Technician (MEP Technician).
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.