Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

SOC code 49-2093 · O*NET-SOC 49-2093.00 · Medium preparation needed · Skilled trades

Bright Outlook — O*NET expects rapid growth for this occupation

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment pay

U.S. national figures, May 2025 BLS survey · How we got this number

Median pay

$84,890

a year

Hourly

$40.81

per hour

10th$50,750Median$84,89090th$116,810

The solid band is the middle 50% of workers; the bar spans the 10th to 90th percentile.

Average pay

$83,300

$40.05 per hour

Middle 50%

$63,560 – $98,850

25th to 75th percentile

Full spread

$50,750 – $116,810

10th to 90th percentile

People employed

6,940

nationwide

National U.S. figure, May 2025. Local pay can be higher or lower.

10th percentile: $50,750; $24.40/hr
25th percentile: $63,560; $30.56/hr
Median percentile: $84,890; $40.81/hr
75th percentile: $98,850; $47.53/hr
90th percentile: $116,810; $56.16/hr

What do electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment do?

Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.

The tasks that matter most day to day

Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions.
Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
Install electrical equipment such as air-conditioning, heating, or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commutators, using hand tools.
Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
Maintain equipment service records.

How to qualify for this work

Most people in this role hold post-secondary certificate — 48% of workers surveyed reported it as their level of education.

Preparation level: zone 3 — Medium preparation needed

Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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.
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.

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Education reported by people doing this job

Post-Secondary Certificate48%
High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED)28%
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate14%
Associate's Degree or other 2-year degree10%

Common questions

How much does an electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment earn?

The national median is $84,890 a year. The full range runs from $50,750 at the 10th percentile to $116,810 at the 90th — entry pay sits closer to the lower figure, and experience, licensing and specialisation move you up the range.

Can you become an electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment without a degree?

Yes — this occupation sits in preparation zone 3, meaning the typical entry route is most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. A four-year degree is not the standard requirement, though licensing or certification may still apply.

Skills and knowledge you need

Core skills

Critical Thinking3.6/5
Active Listening3.4/5
Reading Comprehension3.1/5
Monitoring3.1/5
Writing3.0/5
Speaking3.0/5

Knowledge areas

Engineering and Technology4.4/5
Computers and Electronics4.3/5
Mathematics3.9/5
Public Safety and Security3.8/5
Mechanical3.6/5
Design3.5/5
English Language3.5/5
Telecommunications3.4/5

Transferable strengths: Operations Monitoring, Quality Control Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Repairing.