Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

O*NET 49-2095.00 · SOC 49-2095

Projected Growth
+5%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$103k
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)

Education & How to Get In

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Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)

Most Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.

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Work Environment

Primary Setting

Hands-on — labs, workshops, or field sites

Work Style

Mixed — alternates between solo focused work and collaboration

Personality Fit (RIASEC)

Realistic (Doers)7.0
Conventional (Organizers)5.3
Investigative (Thinkers)3.5
Enterprising (Persuaders)1.3
Social (Helpers)1.1
Artistic (Creators)1.0

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