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Computer and Information Technology

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

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

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Salary Breakdown

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Average

$39,070

ANNUAL

$18.79

HOURLY

Entry Level

$28,470

ANNUAL

$13.69

HOURLY

Mid Level

$37,570

ANNUAL

$18.06

HOURLY

Expert Level

$50,210

ANNUAL

$24.14

HOURLY

Program Recommendations

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Gateway Community College (MCCCD)

CompTIA A+ Certification Prep

Education

Associate's Degree

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GateWay Community College (MCCCD)

CompTIA A+ Certification Prep

Education

Credential

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Gateway Community College (MCCCD)

CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep

Education

Associate's Degree

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GateWay Community College (MCCCD)

CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep

Education

Credential

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Gateway Community College (MCCCD)

Computer Support Specialist (Day)

Education

Associate's Degree

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GateWay Community College (MCCCD)

Computer Support Specialist (Day)

Education

Credential

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Projected Jobs

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

1,900

Projected job openings through 2030

Top Expected Tasks

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

01

Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.

02

Converse with customers to determine details of equipment problems.

03

Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.

04

Advise customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming.

05

Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.

06

Repair, adjust, or replace electrical or mechanical components or parts, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering or welding equipment.

07

Travel to customers' stores or offices to service machines or to provide emergency repair service.

08

Maintain parts inventories and order any additional parts needed for repairs.

09

Operate machines to test functioning of parts or mechanisms.

10

Reinstall software programs or adjust settings on existing software to fix machine malfunctions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

Customer and Personal Service

KNOWLEDGE

Mechanical

KNOWLEDGE

Engineering and Technology

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Repairing

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Complex Problem Solving

SKILL

Troubleshooting

ABILITY

Near Vision

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Problem Sensitivity

ABILITY

Finger Dexterity

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About This Career Path

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

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Also Known As

  • Avionics field technician
  • Avionics service technician
  • Field technician (avionics)
  • Hardware installer
  • Peripherals
  • Avionics repair technician
  • Computer hardware
  • Hardware installation
  • Installer (computer hardware)