Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers Go Back to List Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Computer aided design CAD software

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.
	Maintain stocks of parts.
	Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
	Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories.
	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.
	Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation.

Skills
	Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
	Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
	Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
	Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
	Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
	Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Knowledge
	Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
	Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
	Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $73,768.00 $35.46  $28.35  $30.49 - $40.27  Hartford $70,586.00 $33.94  $27.38  $29.46 - $39.21

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