Industrial Automation Technician
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
At a Glance
Industrial Automation Technician earns an average of $38,480/yr. Top skills: Automation, Communication, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving).
$38,480/yr
Varies
Varies
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$77,180/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+0.6%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (23)
Automation
Variable Frequency Drives
Debugging
Investments
Industrial Repair And Maintenance
Motor Controllers
Housekeeping
Fabrication
HVAC
Research And Development
Electromechanics
Process Improvement
Plumbing
Manufacturing Engineering
Programmable Logic Controllers
Optometry
General Mathematics
Continuous Improvement Process
Sensors
Mechanical Systems
Relays
Electronic Components
Common Skills (6)
Communication
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Creativity
Verbal Communication Skills
Certifications (1)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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