Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
SOC Code: 49-2092 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $55,120 | $68,994 | $82,867 | $96,741 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $53,581 | $67,579 | $81,598 | $95,597 |
| Rockford, IL | $54,725 | $68,266 | $81,827 | $95,368 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $52,832 | $66,934 | $81,058 | $95,160 |
| Kankakee, IL | $52,291 | $66,123 | $79,976 | $93,808 |
| Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $50,336 | $64,646 | $78,957 | $93,267 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $51,480 | $64,875 | $78,270 | $91,666 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | $40,331 | $55,827 | $71,323 | $86,819 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $41,309 | $55,952 | $70,595 | $85,238 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $64,230 | $70,990 | $77,750 | $84,510 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 4.1 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.9 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.9 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.2 |
| Production and Processing | 3.2 |
| English Language | 3.2 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.0 |
| Mathematics | 3.0 |
| Education and Training | 2.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 39.2% |
| High school diploma | 30.9% |
| Associate's degree | 19.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 8.3% |
| Less than high school | 1.9% |
Typical Tasks
- 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.
- Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
- Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
- Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams.
- Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.
- Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
- Lubricate moving parts.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Python SAP software Commutator profiling software Computerized maintenance management system CMMS Motor testing software
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