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Is being an industrial electronics repairer a good fit for you?

Repairs, tests and installs electronic equipment used in industry, such as control units, transmitters and aerials.

What the work involves

  • Tests faulty equipment to find the problem, using test gear or software and knowledge of how electronics work.
  • Keeps equipment logs of performance problems, repairs, calibrations and tests.
  • Sets up and tests industrial equipment to make sure it works properly.
  • Checks equipment parts are assembled correctly and are free of faults like loose connections or frayed wires.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousSome. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
  • Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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