Manufacturing
Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Average
$42,000
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$26,000
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$46,500
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$67,000
ANNUAL
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
570
Projected job openings through 2028
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Degree Recommendations
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
01
Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
02
Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
03
Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
04
Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
05
Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
06
Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
07
Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools.
08
Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.
09
Verify and adjust alignments and dimensions of parts, using gauges and tracing lathes.
10
Steam-clean polishing and buffing wheels to remove abrasives and bonding materials, and spray, brush, or recoat surfaces as necessary.
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Production and Processing
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
SKILL
Repairing
SKILL
Equipment Maintenance
SKILL
Troubleshooting
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Equipment Selection
ABILITY
Finger Dexterity
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Manual Dexterity
ABILITY
Arm-Hand Steadiness
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