What it pays
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Half of all Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers in the U.S. earn more than $56,210 a year — the middle 80% land between $37,100 and $85,200. About 14,450 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers”. (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).
$56,210typical pay / year
14,450people in this work
$85,200+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Fixing4
Read service guides for repairs
+Read the service manual for the Model X inverter, note safety interlocks, fault codes, and the step-by-step…
Read service guides for repairs
+Read the service manual for the Model X inverter, note safety interlocks, fault codes, and the step-by-step test procedures, then list the parts to inspect and the expected measurement values before I start hands-on repairs tomorrow morning.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections.
+Prepare to weld and solder the power board on the AC drive: confirm required filler wire and flux, verify PPE…
Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections.
+Prepare to weld and solder the power board on the AC drive: confirm required filler wire and flux, verify PPE and fume extraction, set iron temperature to the board spec, and write the acceptance criteria for joint appearance and conductivity before I begin.
The tools that do the workMotor testingESCOO*NET
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Position and adjust parts
+Position and align the motor encoder assembly to the drawing: follow the blueprint tolerances, shim the mount…
Position and adjust parts
+Position and align the motor encoder assembly to the drawing: follow the blueprint tolerances, shim the mount until runout is within spec, torque the fasteners to 18 Nm, and record the alignment measurements and photos for the job sheet.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADESCOO*NET
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Set up programmable devices or robots
+Configure the programmable controller for the conveyor pick-and-place: load the specific device program, set…
Set up programmable devices or robots
+Configure the programmable controller for the conveyor pick-and-place: load the specific device program, set axis limits and speed profiles to the part drawing, run a dry cycle with no parts, and log the test results and any parameter changes.
The tools that do the workPythonESCOO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Record repairs, parts used, and labor time
+Log the repair for serial 09234: note fault found, list replacement parts with stock codes, record start and…
Record repairs, parts used, and labor time
+Log the repair for serial 09234: note fault found, list replacement parts with stock codes, record start and stop times for labor, and attach volt/ohm test readings and the technician initials before closing the job.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSjob descriptionsO*NET
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Move1
Lift heavy units or parts using cranes or chain hoists
+Plan the lift of the 120 kg power cabinet: identify pick points on the drawing, specify the chain hoist and…
Lift heavy units or parts using cranes or chain hoists
+Plan the lift of the 120 kg power cabinet: identify pick points on the drawing, specify the chain hoist and rated slings, assign a spotter and a safety checklist, and write the lift sequence and clearances before we mobilise at 09:00 Monday.
The tools that do the workCommutator profilingjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work14
Lubricate moving parts.
+Lubricate the winch bearings, sliding guides and gear shafts on the AC motor assembly with the approved…
Lubricate moving parts.
+Lubricate the winch bearings, sliding guides and gear shafts on the AC motor assembly with the approved synthetic grease until free play is eliminated, wipe excess, record lubricant type and quantity in the maintenance log before returning unit to service by Friday.
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Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.
+Remove corrosion and old adhesive from the rotor face and terminal lugs using the buffing wheel and solvent,…
Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.
+Remove corrosion and old adhesive from the rotor face and terminal lugs using the buffing wheel and solvent, clean to bright metal, dry with compressed air, inspect for pitting, then note parts cleaned and any scrap in the repair ticket before reassembly today.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers.
+Run the motor at incremental speeds while logging surface and bearing temperatures with the infrared…
Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers.
+Run the motor at incremental speeds while logging surface and bearing temperatures with the infrared thermometer and tachometer, stop if any bearing exceeds 85°C or temperature rise exceeds 30°C over idle, record readings and take thermal images into the test report.
The tools that do the workMotor testingComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Maintain stocks of parts.
+Count current stock of commutators, brushes, bearings and insulation kits, top up reorder quantities to…
Maintain stocks of parts.
+Count current stock of commutators, brushes, bearings and insulation kits, top up reorder quantities to maintain two weeks' spares, update the parts ledger with part numbers and bin locations, and print the pick list for tomorrow's jobs.
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Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots.
+Cut slot liners and phase insulation to the blueprint dimensions, form and slot insert into the rotor and…
Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots.
+Cut slot liners and phase insulation to the blueprint dimensions, form and slot insert into the rotor and stator slots ensuring no wrinkles or gaps, secure ends and record slot numbers and insulating material batch in the repair sheet before testing dielectric strength.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines.
+Set up the coil-winding head, wind replacement coils to the specified turns and gauge per the schematic,…
Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines.
+Set up the coil-winding head, wind replacement coils to the specified turns and gauge per the schematic, insulate and varnish the coils, measure DC resistance to tolerance, and log the coil build details and serial number in the work order.
The tools that do the workCommutator profilingComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Hammer out dents and twists in tools and equipment.
+Straighten the dented drill press base and bent wrench shafts, hammering and backing with the dolly until…
Hammer out dents and twists in tools and equipment.
+Straighten the dented drill press base and bent wrench shafts, hammering and backing with the dolly until alignment to the blueprint centerline is within tolerance, wear face shield and check fit against the mount before returning to service.
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Seal joints with putty, mortar, and asbestos, using putty extruders and knives.
+Seal the cracked junction box seams with non-setting putty for a temporary repair, then apply mortar mix to…
Seal joints with putty, mortar, and asbestos, using putty extruders and knives.
+Seal the cracked junction box seams with non-setting putty for a temporary repair, then apply mortar mix to the exterior joint and press smooth with a putty knife so the weather seal matches the blueprint detail and will cure overnight.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSO*NET
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Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary.
+Check each battery pack with a capacity tester, document voltage and cold cranking amps, recharge cells that…
Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary.
+Check each battery pack with a capacity tester, document voltage and cold cranking amps, recharge cells that are within recovery range and replace any pack failing below spec, then log serial numbers and test results on the equipment record.
The tools that do the workMotor testingO*NET
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Rewire electrical systems
+Rewire the control cabinet to the revised schematic, cut and terminate new runs to match the blueprint…
Rewire electrical systems
+Rewire the control cabinet to the revised schematic, cut and terminate new runs to match the blueprint routing, torque all lugs to spec, label every conductor, and bench-test interlocks before re-energising the circuit.
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Diagnose problems using testing devices
+Run through the diagnostic sequence with the multimeter and oscilloscope, log waveforms and resistance…
Diagnose problems using testing devices
+Run through the diagnostic sequence with the multimeter and oscilloscope, log waveforms and resistance readings against the blueprint tolerances, isolate the failed module, and produce a fault report with recommended replacement parts and estimated downtime.
The tools that do the workMotor testingComputerized maintenance management system CMMSjob descriptions
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Fasten motor vehicle parts and components together
+Secure the starter motor, gearbox housing and bracketry using specified bolts and torque sequence from the…
Fasten motor vehicle parts and components together
+Secure the starter motor, gearbox housing and bracketry using specified bolts and torque sequence from the assembly drawing, apply threadlocker where noted, verify shaft endplay, and record fastener torque values on the equipment maintenance log.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSESCO
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Check the quality of assemblies
+Inspect the batch of PCB assemblies on bench three: verify solder joints, component alignment, connector…
Check the quality of assemblies
+Inspect the batch of PCB assemblies on bench three: verify solder joints, component alignment, connector seating, and conformal coating coverage against the assembly drawing A-4521, log any defects with photos, and mark units pass or fail by 4pm today.
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Apply health and safety standards
+Walk the workshop before shift start and complete the safety checklist: confirm ESD mats grounded, PPE…
Apply health and safety standards
+Walk the workshop before shift start and complete the safety checklist: confirm ESD mats grounded, PPE available and worn, fume extraction running, emergency stops unobstructed, note any hazards, and file the signed checklist to the safety record by 08:30.
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