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Electronic Service Technicians (Household and Business Equipment) (NOC 2242)DescriptionElectronic service technicians service and repair household and business electronic equipment such as audio and video systems, computers and peripherals, office equipment and other consumer electronic equipment and assemblies. They are employed by electronic service and retail establishments, by wholesale distributors and within service departments of electronic manufacturing companies. Example Titles
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DutiesElectronic service technicians perform some or all of the following duties:
SkillsElectronic technicians need the following characteristics:
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Terms & ConditionsElectronic service technicians work in a variety of locations depending on the type of equipment they service. They work in offices, service shops, business locations, and private residences. They normally work regular business hours, Monday through Friday. Technicians who schedule their own work may have more flexibility; but may have to schedule appointments at irregular hours to accommodate private customer needs. Because of the business requirements, technicians who repair ATM machines, alarm systems, and some computer equipment are often on call. Their schedules may include evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Electronic technicians may work in a variety of positions, in cramped spaces and may be required to lift up to 25 kilograms. The employer usually provides a company vehicle for technicians who travel from site to site. Almost all electronic service technicians work full time. Approximately 14% are self-employed. Earnings$24,100 per annum - starting $40,100 per annum - average $57,000 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / Training
Career PathsElectronic repairers may become specialists in particular products. Workers with experience and leadership skills may become supervisors and managers. Some may open their own repair shops. OutlookEmployment prospects for electronic service technicians are expected to be good in the 2010 - 2014 period. Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 2,030. The growing reliance upon electronic products in the home and workplace should ensure ongoing employment prospects for members of this occupational group. Those specializing in electronic security systems for home and businesses will benefit from the increased concern with security. The declining price of home entertainment equipment, office machines and computers means more consumers are able to afford them. However, it also means that consumers are more inclined to invest in new equipment with advanced product design, reliability, and new features rather than repairing older systems. Jobs for electronic service technicians are found through Manitoba, with a slight bias in favour of Winnipeg and "cottage country" (Interlake and southeast Manitoba). Across industries the highest concentration is in Administrative and Support Services (17%), followed by Wholesale Trade (16%) and Other Services (except Public Administration) (14%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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