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49-2021.01 - Radio Mechanics

Test or repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems
used in ship-to-shore communications and found in service and emergency vehicles.

Sample of reported job titles: Communications Systems Technician, Field Service Technician, Field Technician, Radio
Frequency Technician (RF Technician), Radio Repairman, Radio Service Programmer, Radio Service Technician (Radio
Service Tech), Radio Technician (Radio Tech), Subscriber Technician, Two-Way Radio Technician (Two-Way Radio Tech)

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Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job
Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional
Information

Tasks
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Examine malfunctioning radio equipment to locate defects such as loose connections, broken wires, or burned-out
components, using schematic diagrams and test equipment.
Repair circuits, wiring, and soldering, using soldering irons and hand tools to install parts and adjust connections.
Install, adjust, and repair stationary and mobile radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio
communication systems.
Test equipment functions such as signal strength and quality, transmission capacity, interference, and signal delay,
using equipment such as oscilloscopes, circuit analyzers, frequency meters, and wattmeters.
Calibrate and align components, using scales, gauges, and other measuring instruments.
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Technology Skills
All 5 displayed Show 24 tools used

Data base user interface and query software — Data entry software
Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
Facilities management software — Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
Word processing software — Microsoft Word

Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.

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Knowledge
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Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of

telecommunications systems.
Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer
hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal
services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of
customer satisfaction.
Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
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Skills
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Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions,
conclusions or approaches to problems.
Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality
or performance.
Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of
maintenance is needed.
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Abilities
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Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp,
manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving
the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes
finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
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Work Activities
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or
testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not
mechanical) principles.
Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution
and solve problems.
Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to
program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and
subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Detailed Work Activities

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Inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems.

Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Connect electrical components or equipment.
Install audio or communications equipment.
Repair electrical circuits or wiring.
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Work Context
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Electronic Mail — 82% responded “Every day.”

Face-to-Face Discussions — 74% responded “Every day.”
Telephone — 66% responded “Every day.”
Contact With Others — 59% responded “Constant contact with others.”
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 66% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”
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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Education Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience,
or an associate's degree.
Related Experience Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For
example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several
years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the
job.
Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-
job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship
program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate,
supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production
managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters, and
medical assistants.
SVP Range (6.0 to < 7.0)

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Education

Percentage of
Respondents Education Level Required

34 High school diploma or equivalent

30 Post-secondary certificate
20 Associate's degree

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Credentials

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Interests
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Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and
solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the
occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of
thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These
occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to
follow.
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Work Styles
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Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.

Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding
aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the
workplace.
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Work Values
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Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees.
Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions.
Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with
co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social
Service.
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Related Occupations
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49-2011.00 Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

49-2022.00 Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
49-2091.00 Avionics Technicians
49-2097.00 Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers
49-2098.00 Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers Bright Outlook

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages data collected from Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers.
Employment data collected from Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers.
Industry data collected from Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers.

Median wages (2018) $26.39 hourly, $54,890 annual

State wages

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Employment (2016) 15,000 employees

Projected growth (2016-2026) Average (5% to 9%)
Projected job openings (2016-2026) 1,600

State trends

Top industries (2016) Information

Construction

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2018 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total
employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Job Openings on the Web

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Sources of Additional Information

All 2 displayed

Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-
DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio

National Marine Electronics Association
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