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Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Median Salary
45,760
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

72%

State and local government

12%

Self-employed

9%

Private not for profit

5%

Federal Government

2%

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Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$24,120

10%

$45,760

Median

$59,470

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Associate's degree

    32%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    31%

  • High school

    28%

  • Some college

    7%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Mechanical
  • Engineering and Technology
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.