Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
Common Job Titles
- Critical Systems Technician
- Electronic Bench Technician
- Locomotive Electrician
- Power Technician (Power Tech)
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- Hands-onOperate diagnostic testing equipment including digital multimeters, ohmmeters, and circuit testers on mobile electronics systems in transportation equipment to verify system performance.Proficient
- KnowledgeEvaluate electronic system performance against safety and regulatory compliance standards in mobile equipment installations to ensure proper functionality.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess system integration requirements and equipment selection when configuring navigation, sound, and security systems for specific transportation applications.Proficient
- KnowledgeAnalyze electronic system malfunctions in navigation, surveillance, and communication equipment using technical schematics and diagnostic data to identify root causes.Developing
- Hands-onPerform installation and configuration of mobile electronics communication systems on trains, watercraft, and other transportation equipment following manufacturer specifications.Developing
- Hands-onExecute repair and maintenance procedures on sonar, security, and surveillance systems using hand tools and specialized testing equipment in transportation environments.Developing
- KnowledgeApply knowledge of computers, electronics, telecommunications, and mechanical systems when troubleshooting complex integration issues in transportation equipment.Developing
- MindsetEngage with supervisors and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate installation schedules and communicate technical findings effectively.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications to plan and execute installation and repair tasks on mobile electronics systems.Developing
- Hands-onManipulate precision hand tools and measurement devices in confined spaces within transportation equipment to install or repair electronic components.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
7,310
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $49,490. 25th percentile: U.S. $65,750. 50th percentile: U.S. $82,730. 75th percentile: U.S. $95,730. 90th percentile: U.S. $106,110. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $49,490 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $106,110 |
| Workers on average earn | $80,980 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Engineering and Technology4.4/5
- Computers and Electronics4.3/5
- Mathematics3.9/5
- Public Safety and Security3.8/5
- Mechanical3.6/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Linux
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Trimble SketchUp Pro
Technology Skills
- Fluke Corporation FlukeView Forms
- IBM Lotus 1-2-3
- IBM Lotus Notes
- Megger PowerDB
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable hand wrenches
- Analog ohmmeters
- Ball end hex key sets
- Bench ammeters
- Bench voltmeters
- Breaker bars
- Cabinet-tip screwdrivers
- Cable cutters