Data Processing Equipment Repairers
| Description |
OES Code: 85705 |
Repair, maintain, and install electronic computers (mainframes, minis, and micros), peripheral equipment, and word processing systems.
Wages, California
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
$10.76 |
| 25th Percentile |
$12.42 |
| 50th Percentile |
$15.92 |
| 75th Percentile |
$20.01 |
Wages by California County
• OES Survey
• CCOIS Survey
Hours & Benefits
Most repairers work a standard 40 hour week, but many computer systems run 24 hours and repairers are often "on call" for emergencies. They usually get paid time and one-half for overtime and double time for holidays.
Fringe benefits usually include: paid leave for all major holidays; paid vacations and sick leave; medical, dental, and vision plans, and life insurance and retirement plans.
Employment Trends, California
| Employment 1998 |
6,400 |
| Projected Employment 2008 |
8,000 |
| Percent Change 1998-2008 |
25% |
| Separations 1998-2008 |
1,000 |
Employment Trends by California County
Advancement
Data Processing Equipment Repairers may promote to supervisory positions. With a bachelor's degree, they may become electronic or electrical engineers or go into management.
Getting the Job & Other Information
Job seekers should contact employers or answer want ads in local newspapers. They can also register with their California Employment Development Department Office. Associations for electronic technicians and repairers often provide job leads to members.
Many trade schools and colleges have career placement centers where employers list job orders and sometimes invite recruiters to hold in-person job interviews.
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Data Processing Equipment Repairers are certified by trade associations; although not required, certified repairers may find it easier to get hired and qualify for promotions.
Skills & Other Requirements
Repairers need analytical skills and the ability to work independently much of the time. They should be able to work from blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and verbal instructions. Because they work on small electronics components, some employers may require applicants to have color vision screening and manual dexterity evaluation.
Repairers usually work alone. Some bending and lifting are involved; however, the job is not physically hard. Tools are usually supplied by the employer, but repairers are responsible for keeping them in good working order.
References
California Occupational Guide: #152
Related Occupations: Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technicians, Electronics Repairers - Commercial & Industrial Equipment , Office Machine Services
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