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Career: Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Job Description
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software. |
100
|
Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors. |
98
|
Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems. |
97
|
Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment. |
97
|
Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required. |
94
|
Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools. |
82
|
Reassemble and test equipment after repairs. |
76
|
Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills and routers. |
72
|
Maintain equipment service records. |
67
|
Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools. |
60
|
Install fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches, and wall boxes, using hand tools. |
49
|
Install electrical equipment such as air-conditioning, heating, or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commutators, using hand tools. |
43
|
Repair or rebuild equipment such as starters, generators, distributors, or door controls, using electrician's tools. |
39
|
Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions. |
26
|
Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor requirements. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
78
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
76
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
67
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
67
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
66
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
65
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
63
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
62
|
Getting Information
|
61
|
Processing Information
|
60
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
54
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
53
|
Thinking Creatively
|
51
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
50
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
50
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
49
|
Interacting With Computers
|
42
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
40
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
40
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
40
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
36
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
35
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
34
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
33
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
33
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
32
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
32
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
31
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
31
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
30
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
30
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
30
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
28
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
26
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
26
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
26
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
22
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
22
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
18
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
13
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
5
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|