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Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairer

What You Need to Know About Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairer

Job Description & Duties Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.

Life As a Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairer: What Do They Do?

  • Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
  • Calibrate testing instruments.
  • Train new repairers.
  • Converse with customers to determine details of equipment problems.
  • Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
  • Update existing equipment, performing tasks such as installing updated circuit boards or additional memory.

Qualities of a Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairer

These are the skills Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers say are the most useful in their careers:

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Repairing: Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Types of Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairer Jobs

  • Dictaphone Mechanic
  • Computer Repair Technician
  • Dictaphone Technician
  • Computer Equipment Installer
  • Computing Systems Mechanic

Are There Job Opportunities for Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers?

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 119,500 jobs in the United States for Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairer. There is little to no growth in job opportunities for Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairer. The BLS estimates 11,200 yearly job openings in this field.

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The states with the most job growth for Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairer are Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin. Watch out if you plan on working in Kansas, Wyoming, or North Dakota. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

What is the Average Salary of a Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairer

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers make between $24,800 and $61,520 a year.

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Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers who work in Rhode Island, New Hampshire, or North Dakota, make the highest salaries.

How much do Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers make in different U.S. states?

State Annual Mean Salary
Alabama $38,740
Alaska $45,020
Arizona $37,790
Arkansas $33,710
California $43,900
Colorado $42,720
Connecticut $46,800
Delaware $46,520
District of Columbia $47,100
Florida $35,620
Georgia $36,110
Hawaii $45,350
Idaho $41,840
Illinois $39,470
Indiana $39,560
Iowa $39,840
Kansas $39,830
Kentucky $41,110
Louisiana $38,990
Maine $45,250
Maryland $40,340
Massachusetts $47,490
Michigan $39,340
Minnesota $39,070
Mississippi $38,350
Missouri $36,790
Montana $42,140
Nebraska $41,210
Nevada $41,470
New Hampshire $47,260
New Jersey $47,390
New Mexico $38,330
New York $45,210
North Carolina $41,150
North Dakota $46,670
Ohio $36,450
Oklahoma $36,470
Oregon $38,940
Pennsylvania $41,120
Rhode Island $48,150
South Carolina $41,740
South Dakota $38,450
Tennessee $40,430
Texas $38,100
Utah $41,100
Vermont $32,890
Virginia $44,470
Washington $42,190
West Virginia $38,470
Wisconsin $39,740
Wyoming $43,110

Tools & Technologies Used by Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Office
  • Hypertext markup language HTML
  • JavaScript
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Web browser software
  • Email software
  • Word processing software
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Spreadsheet software
  • Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
  • Database software
  • Structured query language SQL
  • Linux
  • IBM Notes
  • Extensible markup language XML
  • UNIX
  • Scheduling software

How do I Become a Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairer?

Learn what Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairer education requirements there are.

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How many years of work experience do I need?

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Who Employs Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers?

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Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers work in the following industries:

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