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Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles. |
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Analytical or scientific software |
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Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures and equipment. |
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Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation, communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles. |
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Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments, such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters. |
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Install equipment and accessories, such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems. |
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Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor charges. |
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Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions. |
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Run new speaker and electrical cables. |
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Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers. |
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Replace and clean electrical or electronic components. |
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Remove seats, carpeting, and interiors of doors and add sound-absorbing material in empty spaces, reinstalling interior parts. |
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Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. |
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Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. |
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Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
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Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. |
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Installation - Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. |
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Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
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Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. |
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Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
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Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
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Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. |
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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. |
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Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
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English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. |
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Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
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Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
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Statewide |
$50,229.00 |
$24.15 |
$21.01 |
$22.52 - $25.05 |
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