Does not include workers who only repair electronic equipment. Published projections for this occupation estimate the number of workers at 1,745-2,130. However, local surveys indicate approximately 450-600 electrical and electronic engineering technicians currently employed in Sacramento and Yolo Counties. About 40-50 job openings are projected per year due to a net increase in occupation size. Most employers require 2-3 years of prior experience.
Most employers recruit applicants through newspaper advertisements.
Many also fill openings by hiring referrals from employees. Some also report that spreadsheet, database, and word processing skills are important. Almost all employers provide medical insurance and other benefits, including a paid vacation and paid sick leave. Most also provide dental insurance, a retirement plan, and life insurance. Some provide vision insurance.