What it pays
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Half of all Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers in the U.S. earn more than $52,600 a year — the middle 80% land between $36,760 and $84,190. About 19,780 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Audiovisual Equipment Installers and 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).
$52,600typical pay / year
19,780people in this work
$84,190+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Fixing1
Repair camcorders and video systems
+Strip down the faulty camcorder and inspect the tape transport, lens assembly, and video output board,…
Repair camcorders and video systems
+Strip down the faulty camcorder and inspect the tape transport, lens assembly, and video output board, replace the worn belt and bad electrolytic capacitor, bench-test with a known-good monitor until picture and audio are stable, then log repairs and customer warranty details.
The tools that do the workAudio calibrationjob descriptionsO*NET
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Sending & sharing1
Confer with customers about problems
+Meet the homeowner on-site, walk through the signal loss and picture dropout while reproducing the fault,…
Confer with customers about problems
+Meet the homeowner on-site, walk through the signal loss and picture dropout while reproducing the fault, note where dish alignment, cable runs, and connectors might be failing, agree a repair plan and price, and record their acceptance and any access or safety constraints.
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Move1
Wire speakers to consoles
+Route speaker conductors from the amplifier to each console following the wiring diagram, strip and crimp…
Wire speakers to consoles
+Route speaker conductors from the amplifier to each console following the wiring diagram, strip and crimp ferrules, maintain polarity and proper gauge, secure runs with clips, label both ends, then test with a tone and trim levels until each console reads correctly.
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Analysing1
Read and interpret blueprints and plans
+Compare the site layout to the blueprint, identify mounting points, cable trays, and clearances, mark…
Read and interpret blueprints and plans
+Compare the site layout to the blueprint, identify mounting points, cable trays, and clearances, mark required hole locations and earthing points, flag any inconsistencies with the civils plan or safety regs, then produce a short work plan and materials list for sign-off.
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The daily work18
Keep records of work orders and test and maintenance reports.
+Log today's site visits and the serial-numbered test readings from each antenna into the job register, attach…
Keep records of work orders and test and maintenance reports.
+Log today's site visits and the serial-numbered test readings from each antenna into the job register, attach the signed customer work orders and safety checklists, flag any incomplete maintenance for follow-up on Friday.
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Compute cost estimates for labor and materials.
+Build a materials and labour estimate for the Clark residence replacement, itemise poles, coax, labour hours…
Compute cost estimates for labor and materials.
+Build a materials and labour estimate for the Clark residence replacement, itemise poles, coax, labour hours at standard rates, add 10 percent contingency, and produce a customer-facing quote to send by Tuesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Repair stereo systems
+Diagnose the faulty showroom amp, list failed components and labour to replace them, record bench test…
Repair stereo systems
+Diagnose the faulty showroom amp, list failed components and labour to replace them, record bench test results and produce a repair ticket with recommended parts and a two-day turnaround promise.
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Adjust camcorders and video systems
+Align the conference camcorders, run video signal checks and white-balance, record the final settings per…
Adjust camcorders and video systems
+Align the conference camcorders, run video signal checks and white-balance, record the final settings per camera and deliver a short report noting shot framing and recommended follow-up adjustments.
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Use hand and power tools
+Confirm the hand and power tools issued for Site 12, log serial numbers and service status, record any…
Use hand and power tools
+Confirm the hand and power tools issued for Site 12, log serial numbers and service status, record any damaged items, schedule repairs or replacements and notify procurement by end of week.
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Calibrate and test equipment
+Run the equipment calibration sequence on the antenna alignment kit, record pre- and post-calibration…
Calibrate and test equipment
+Run the equipment calibration sequence on the antenna alignment kit, record pre- and post-calibration readings, certify the gear for field use and attach the calibration certificate to the asset file.
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Aircraft mechanics
+Inspect the airframe access points, verify harness anchor locations against the aircraft maintenance…
Aircraft mechanics
+Inspect the airframe access points, verify harness anchor locations against the aircraft maintenance blueprint, note any corrosion or loose fittings, and record required repairs and torque values for the mechanic to sign off before I continue dish work.
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Wear appropriate protective gear
+Put on a hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, insulated gloves and non-slip boots, check harness…
Wear appropriate protective gear
+Put on a hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, insulated gloves and non-slip boots, check harness and lanyard expiry dates and fit, then confirm with the site safety officer that my protective gear meets the company aviation site standards before climbing.
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Use power tools
+Select the correct drill, impact and torque driver for antenna mounting, verify tool PAT test labels, set…
Use power tools
+Select the correct drill, impact and torque driver for antenna mounting, verify tool PAT test labels, set torque limits to the specified values from the mounting blueprint, and log each connection torque and fastener type as I install.
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Quality standards
+Walk the completed installation against the quality checklist: alignment to blueprint tolerances, cable…
Quality standards
+Walk the completed installation against the quality checklist: alignment to blueprint tolerances, cable terminations, earthing continuity, and weatherproof seals; photograph any nonconformance, list corrective actions, and submit the report for sign-off today.
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Locate circuit and component faults
+Locate the fault on the 3.7m Ku-band ground station at Site B by tracing the feedline and LNB supply, verify…
Locate circuit and component faults
+Locate the fault on the 3.7m Ku-band ground station at Site B by tracing the feedline and LNB supply, verify continuity and voltage at each junction, document failed component IDs and part numbers, and mark the circuit map for replacement by Friday.
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Make service calls to repair units
+Schedule and perform the service call for customer tower 14 on Thursday, bring replacement LNB, coax crimp…
Make service calls to repair units
+Schedule and perform the service call for customer tower 14 on Thursday, bring replacement LNB, coax crimp kit and spare motor assembly, confirm on-site safety brief with tower crew, repair unit to factory alignment and log before-and-after signal levels.
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Test mechanical de-icing and anti-icing systems
+Test the de-icing and anti-icing system on Dish C at Ridge Road: run the heater sequence, log surface…
Test mechanical de-icing and anti-icing systems
+Test the de-icing and anti-icing system on Dish C at Ridge Road: run the heater sequence, log surface temperature, verify actuator response under load, cycle the controller three times and report any thermal or mechanical drift for action.
The tools that do the workAudio calibrationESCO
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Read standard blueprints
+Read the installation blueprint for Remote Site 9 and confirm antenna azimuth, elevation limits, mounting…
Read standard blueprints
+Read the installation blueprint for Remote Site 9 and confirm antenna azimuth, elevation limits, mounting flange pattern and cable routing, annotate any conflicts with existing structures and prepare a field-fit checklist for the crew.
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Common aviation safety regulations
+Review the aviation safety rules applicable to rooftop antenna work at Airport Hangar 2, identify required…
Common aviation safety regulations
+Review the aviation safety rules applicable to rooftop antenna work at Airport Hangar 2, identify required airspace clearance, communication procedures with tower ops, and document steps to avoid interfering with navigation aids.
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Apply health and safety standards
+Apply health and safety standards before the climb at Site 12: complete a job-specific risk assessment,…
Apply health and safety standards
+Apply health and safety standards before the climb at Site 12: complete a job-specific risk assessment, verify harness certification, set exclusion zones, confirm emergency rescue plan with on-site supervisor and record signatures.
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Global positioning
+Enter the satellite installation's global positioning on the service report: antenna coordinates, azimuth and…
Global positioning
+Enter the satellite installation's global positioning on the service report: antenna coordinates, azimuth and elevation settings, signal strength after calibration, customer's name Luis Ortega, and schedule follow-up inspection in two weeks.
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Global positioning
+Complete the rooftop installation report and update global positioning with the dish azimuth and elevation…
Global positioning
+Complete the rooftop installation report and update global positioning with the dish azimuth and elevation readings, list signal test results and parts used, and file the technician sign-off before leaving site.
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