Education and training requirements for Electrical and electronics installers and repairersKnowledge of electrical equipment and electronics is necessary for employment. Many applicants gain this knowledge through programs lasting 1 to 2 years at vocational schools or community colleges, although some less skilled repairers may have only a high school diploma. Entry-level repairers may work closely with more experienced technicians who provide technical guidance. Installers and repairers should have good eyesight and color perception in order to work with the intricate components used in electronic equipment. Field technicians work closely with customers and should have good communication skills and a neat appearance. Employers also may require that field technicians have a driver�s license. Various organizations offer certification, including ACES International, the Consumer Electronics Association, the Electronics Technicians Association International, and the International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians. Repairers may specialize—in industrial electronics, for example. To receive certification, repairers must pass qualifying exams corresponding to their level of training and experience. Experienced repairers with advanced training may become specialists or troubleshooters who help other repairers diagnose difficult problems. Workers with leadership ability may become supervisors of other repairers. Some experienced workers open their own repair shops. More information on Electrical and electronics installers and repairers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Electrical and electronics installers and repairers occupation Number of Electrical and electronics installers and repairers in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Electrical and electronics installers and repairers Working conditions for Electrical and electronics installers and repairers Significant points for Electrical and electronics installers and repairers Training requirements for Electrical and electronics installers and repairers Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |