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    Career Overview

    Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.

    Career Outlook

    Projections 2022-2030

    New job opportunities are less likely in the future. With a
    -16% Percent change.


    2020 Employment

    10,200

    2030 Employment

    8,500

    What training is needed?

    People starting in this career usually have:

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • No work experience
    • 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

    Programs that can prepare you for this career are:
    • Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

    What does a typical day look like?

    • Install audio or communications equipment.
    • Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.
    • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
    • Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
    • Solder parts or connections between parts.
    • Connect electrical components or equipment.

    Available Jobs
    This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 2055370
    Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.