They should have an aptitude for mathematics and be able to do detailed work. Other qualifications include a good memory, recordkeeping ability, the ability to do repetitive tasks, and physical strength. Repairers who test and repair radio transmitting equipment, other than career and land mobile radio, must hold a General Operators License from the Federal Communications Commission. Certification, which is by examination, is offered in radio-TV, industrial and commercial repair, audio, and radar systems. There is also an Associate Level Test of basic electronics available for students or beginning repairers who do not have the experience required for full certification.
Some workers advance to electronics technicians or engineering assistants.
Opportunities for advancement are improved by taking courses offered by employers, junior colleges, or technical schools. Job Outlook Employment of commercial and industrial electronic equipment repairers is expected to increase about as fast as average for all occupations through the year 2000. In private industry, it is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations. To boost productivity, more and more career and industrial firms are expected to install electronic equipment. In addition, more electronic equipment will be used in medicine, energy conservation, and pollution control.