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Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair · SOC 49-2092
0.0% AI Exposure — Low
$56,210
Median Annual Salary
Average
O*NET Outlook
1,900
Proj. Annual Openings
14,450
Employment (OEWS 2025)
100/100
AI Resiliency Score
AI exposure from the Anthropic Economic Index (2025); salary from BLS; skills from O*NET. See /sources.
AI Exposure Analysis
AI Exposure0.0%
AI Resiliency100/100
Exposure BandLow
Sector Avg. Exposure0.7%
Top Skills
1.Repairing
2.Equipment Maintenance
3.Troubleshooting
4.Critical Thinking
5.Equipment Selection
O*NET occupation profile
What this work involves
Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.
Common titles: Electric Motor Mechanic, Electric Motor Repairman, Electric Motor Winder, Electro Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Power Tool Repair Technician
Representative Tasks
- •Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
- •Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
- •Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
- •Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- •Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
Detailed Work Activities
- •Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
- •Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
- •Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- •Reassemble equipment after repair.
- •Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Excel · hotMicrosoft Outlook · hotMicrosoft PowerPoint · hotSAP software · hotCommutator profiling softwareMotor testing software
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Employment Projections & AI Exposure
15
Occupations Shown
1.9%
Avg AI Exposure
3
Bright Outlook
Sector Comparison
| Metric | This Career | Sector Average |
|---|---|---|
| AI Exposure | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Outlook | Average | 24% Bright |
| Median Salary | $56,210 | N/A |
| AI Resiliency | 100/100 | N/A |