Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
SOC Code: 49-2093 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $118,581 | $126,194 | $133,827 | $141,440 |
| Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $87,464 | $104,915 | $122,366 | $139,818 |
| Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $86,466 | $103,397 | $120,349 | $137,280 |
| Salem, OR | $86,299 | $102,794 | $119,309 | $135,803 |
| Bellingham, WA | $70,907 | $91,853 | $112,819 | $133,765 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $98,176 | $107,162 | $116,147 | $125,133 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $90,147 | $101,712 | $113,256 | $124,821 |
| Yakima, WA | $93,475 | $103,626 | $113,755 | $123,906 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $89,877 | $101,046 | $112,195 | $123,365 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $87,506 | $99,403 | $111,301 | $123,198 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.6 | |
| Active Listening | 3.4 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Repairing | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.0 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Technology | 4.4 |
| Computers and Electronics | 4.2 |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.8 |
| Mechanical | 3.6 |
| Design | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.5 |
| Telecommunications | 3.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 47.7% |
| High school diploma | 28.3% |
| Master's degree | 14.3% |
| Associate's degree | 9.6% |
Typical Tasks
- 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.
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
- Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required.
- Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
- Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems.
- Maintain equipment service records.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Adobe Acrobat Adobe Creative Cloud software Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk Revit Linux Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Trimble SketchUp Pro Fluke Corporation FlukeView Forms
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