Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
SOC Code: 49-2096 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $42,869 | $57,242 | $71,614 | $85,987 |
| Merced, CA | $42,411 | $56,451 | $70,512 | $84,552 |
| Yuba City, CA | $42,598 | $56,368 | $70,158 | $83,928 |
| Fresno, CA | $40,290 | $54,371 | $68,432 | $82,514 |
| Salinas, CA | $41,018 | $54,787 | $68,536 | $82,306 |
| Gainesville, GA | $48,131 | $59,363 | $70,616 | $81,848 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $48,006 | $59,280 | $70,574 | $81,848 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $47,611 | $58,822 | $70,054 | $81,266 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $39,270 | $53,269 | $67,246 | $81,245 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $40,206 | $53,810 | $67,413 | $81,016 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 3.6 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.5 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Active Listening | 3.4 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.2 | |
| Installation | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Time Management | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.1 |
| Computers and Electronics | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.6 |
| Mathematics | 3.6 |
| English Language | 3.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.2 |
| Education and Training | 3.1 |
| Administration and Management | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 47.4% |
| High school diploma | 44.8% |
| Associate's degree | 4.3% |
| Less than high school | 2.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 1.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures and equipment.
- Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation, communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles.
- Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments, such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
- Install equipment and accessories, such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems.
- Estimate costs of repairs, based on parts and labor charges.
- Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions.
- Run new speaker and electrical cables.
- Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers.
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