What it pays
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Half of all Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment in the U.S. earn more than $74,090 a year — the middle 80% land between $46,840 and $105,590. About 65,010 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$74,090typical pay / year
65,010people in this work
$105,590+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.
Fixing2
Replace or repair damaged parts
+Replace the damaged contactor and its burnt wiring in Conveyor Bay 3, verify the replacement parts match the…
Replace or repair damaged parts
+Replace the damaged contactor and its burnt wiring in Conveyor Bay 3, verify the replacement parts match the panel schematic, test for correct phasing and insulation resistance, re-secure the cover, and update the shift supervisor before leaving.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Set up industrial equipment
+Install and wire the new variable frequency drive on Press 1 per the wiring diagram, set basic run/stop and…
Set up industrial equipment
+Install and wire the new variable frequency drive on Press 1 per the wiring diagram, set basic run/stop and motor parameters, run a low-speed dry-start while watching current draw, secure guards, and hand the signed checklist to Jordan for commissioning.
The tools that do the workProgrammable logic controller PLCjob descriptionsO*NET
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Analysing2
Test faulty equipment
+Isolate power at Panel A, perform stepwise diagnostic checks on the faulty motor starter using insulation and…
Test faulty equipment
+Isolate power at Panel A, perform stepwise diagnostic checks on the faulty motor starter using insulation and continuity tests, record measured values and fault sequence, reconnect only after readings are within safe limits, and notify production of the result.
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Inspect components for defects
+Inspect the batch of incoming contact blocks on the mezzanine bench for cracks, corrosion, correct part…
Inspect components for defects
+Inspect the batch of incoming contact blocks on the mezzanine bench for cracks, corrosion, correct part numbers, and tolerance deviations; quarantine any rejects, photograph defects, and log results in today's inspection record before sending the batch to stores.
The tools that do the workCircuit evaluationESCOjob descriptions
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Keeping the record1
Maintain equipment logs
+Enter today's preventive checks for Line 2 into the maintenance log: runtime hours, voltage and current…
Maintain equipment logs
+Enter today's preventive checks for Line 2 into the maintenance log: runtime hours, voltage and current readings, parts replaced, and any anomalies; attach uploaded photos of wear and sign off with my technician ID before the end of shift.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work15
Enter information into computer to copy program or to draw, modify, or store schematics, applying knowledge of software package used.
+Enter the ladder logic and updated panel layout into the equipment drawing, save a revision with today's…
Enter information into computer to copy program or to draw, modify, or store schematics, applying knowledge of software package used.
+Enter the ladder logic and updated panel layout into the equipment drawing, save a revision with today's date, and link the backup copy to the work order after verifying terminal labels and wire numbers match the physical panel.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADO*NET
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Study blueprints, schematics, manuals, or other specifications to determine installation procedures.
+Compare the installation section of the motor control blueprint to the vendor manual, note any clearance or…
Study blueprints, schematics, manuals, or other specifications to determine installation procedures.
+Compare the installation section of the motor control blueprint to the vendor manual, note any clearance or conduit differences, and produce a step-by-step install procedure for the electricians with required torque and PPE.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Adjust electronic systems
+Tune the motor drive parameters to eliminate overshoot: record current setpoints, change acceleration and PID…
Adjust electronic systems
+Tune the motor drive parameters to eliminate overshoot: record current setpoints, change acceleration and PID gains in small increments, run the test cycle, log results, and restore previous values if alarms appear.
The tools that do the workProgrammable logic controller PLCtest equipmentjob descriptions
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Install electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in large industrial and commercial buildings
+Run the cable pull layout for the east production line, install feeders and tray wiring to the new MCC, label…
Install electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in large industrial and commercial buildings
+Run the cable pull layout for the east production line, install feeders and tray wiring to the new MCC, label each run, secure terminations, and update the single-line diagram with actual cable sizes and route notes.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADESCO
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Inspect construction supplies
+Inspect the incoming batch of circuit breakers and conduit: verify part numbers, check for shipping damage,…
Inspect construction supplies
+Inspect the incoming batch of circuit breakers and conduit: verify part numbers, check for shipping damage, confirm UL markings and torque on terminals, document any rejects with photos and supplier contact info.
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Test electronic units
+Bench-test the replacement control board: run the functional checklist, measure voltages and signal levels at…
Test electronic units
+Bench-test the replacement control board: run the functional checklist, measure voltages and signal levels at critical nodes, record pass/fail for each test, and attach the results to the maintenance record.
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Install electricity sockets
+Install three new duplex power sockets in Bay 4 feed from the nearest junction, run conduit along the marked…
Install electricity sockets
+Install three new duplex power sockets in Bay 4 feed from the nearest junction, run conduit along the marked tray, terminate and label each circuit, test each outlet under load to 13 amps, record readings and close the work order by 5pm Friday.
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Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Complete the site health and safety checklist before entering the occupied scaffold area, don hard hat,…
Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Complete the site health and safety checklist before entering the occupied scaffold area, don hard hat, gloves and insulating boots, isolate the local distribution board, confirm lockout tagout with the site supervisor and log the permit to work before starting any electrical tasks today.
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Inspect electrical supplies
+Inspect the incoming pallet of circuit breakers and cable reels against the delivery note, verify part…
Inspect electrical supplies
+Inspect the incoming pallet of circuit breakers and cable reels against the delivery note, verify part numbers and insulation integrity with a megger, reject any damaged items, photograph defects and update the procurement line on the open purchase order by close of shift.
The tools that do the workCircuit evaluationComputerized maintenance management system CMMSESCOsee the evidence ↗
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React to events in time-critical environments
+Respond to the trip alarm at Compressor A, isolate power, run the fault checklist, log voltage and current…
React to events in time-critical environments
+Respond to the trip alarm at Compressor A, isolate power, run the fault checklist, log voltage and current readings, notify the control room and maintenance supervisor within ten minutes, and update the outage record before restoring service.
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Use safety equipment in construction
+Before entering the rooftop panel, don hard hat, arc-rated gloves, face shield and harness, check the lockout…
Use safety equipment in construction
+Before entering the rooftop panel, don hard hat, arc-rated gloves, face shield and harness, check the lockout tagout and gas monitor, confirm a second tech is on standby, and document PPE and pre-entry checks in the job log.
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Splice cable
+Cut back the damaged run at J-box 12, strip conductors to the manufacturer spec, solder and heat-shrink each…
Splice cable
+Cut back the damaged run at J-box 12, strip conductors to the manufacturer spec, solder and heat-shrink each conductor, test continuity and insulation resistance, secure the splice in the approved connector and close the box with a new gasket.
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Building systems monitoring technology
+Check sensor health and building network logs for AHU zones 3–6, extract and trend temperature and power for…
Building systems monitoring technology
+Check sensor health and building network logs for AHU zones 3–6, extract and trend temperature and power for the last 48 hours, flag any sensor offset or comms drops, and create a corrective work request with priority for points that fail repeatedly.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSCircuit evaluationESCOsee the evidence ↗
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Electrical wiring plans
+Draft the single-line riser for Panel B showing feeder routing, breaker sizes and conduit runs, confirm wire…
Electrical wiring plans
+Draft the single-line riser for Panel B showing feeder routing, breaker sizes and conduit runs, confirm wire gauge meets the load calculation, attach load schedule and send to site engineer for sign-off by Friday.
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Work ergonomically
+Set up the stool, angle the ladder and position tools within reach, use anti-vibration gloves and a…
Work ergonomically
+Set up the stool, angle the ladder and position tools within reach, use anti-vibration gloves and a torque-resting posture for the next two-hour cable pull, take a five-minute stretch break each hour, and note ergonomic steps in the job report.
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