Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
SOC Code: 49-2092
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairerss inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 90.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Repairing, Repairing, Equipment Maintenance.
AI-Proof Score: 90.8 — Very High
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Median Salary
$53,990
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Job Growth
3.4%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Repairing
- •Equipment Maintenance
- •Troubleshooting
- •Quality Control Analysis
- •Equipment Selection
- •Critical Thinking
- •Complex Problem Solving
Common Tasks
- ✓Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
- ✓Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
- ✓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.
- ✓Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- ✓Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation