Careers In Installation And Repair
Careers in installation and repair are ideal for those who like to work with their hands and want to start their career after only a year or two of training. Individuals may want to choose one of these careers based in part upon the type of environment they would like to work in whether it is homes, health institutions, businesses or outside.
Associate's degrees and certificate programs that prepare students to work in one of these careers are commonly found at vocational, trade and technical schools and at community colleges. In some cases, certification in the field is also necessary.
The jobs below are those identified by BrainTrack as commonly requiring higher education either for entry or for advancement. Hyperlinked jobs go to detailed profiles, including lists of schools with relevant programs.
| Occupation | Jobs | Growth '08-'18 | Low - Median - High | Some College | Bachelor Degree+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors Of Mechanics And Installers | 428,000 | 4% | 41% | 12% | |
| HVAC Mechanics And Installers | 244,000 | 28% | 39% | 5% | |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers And Repairers | 190,000 | 0% | 52% | 13% | |
| Telecommunications Line Installers And Repairers | 162,000 | 1% | 44% | 9% | |
| Office Machine Repairers | 112,000 | -3% | 55% | 23% | |
| Power Line Installers And Repairers | 109,000 | 4% | 41% | 5% | |
| Industrial Electrical Repairers | 73,000 | 4% | 52% | 11% | |
| Home Appliance Repairers | 35,000 | 2% | 36% | 8% | |
| Medical Equipment Repairers | 35,000 | 27% | 54% | 19% | |
| Home Entertainment Equipment Installers And Repairers | 34,000 | 11% | 45% | 13% | |
| Motor And Power Tool Repairers | 21,000 | 5% | 43% | 8% | |
| Motor Vehicle Electronics Installers And Repairers | 17,000 | 0% | 46% | 7% | |
| Locksmiths And Safe Repairers | 17,000 | 12% | 35% | 10% | |
| Transportation Electrical Installers And Repairers | 14,000 | 4% | 52% | 11% | |
| Commercial Divers | 3,000 | 6% | 34% | 10% |
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