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Electrical Engineering Technicians

Test or modify developmental or operational electrical machinery or electrical control equipment and circuitry in industrial or commercial plants or laboratories. Usually work under direction of engineers or technologists.

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Parachute skills

  1. Solve problems - Data (4.63)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.37)
  3. Pay attention to details - Data (4.31)
  4. Consult - People (4.06)
  5. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.06)
  6. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.92)
  7. Research - Data (3.92)
  8. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.92)
  9. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.91)
  10. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  11. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.86)
  12. Imagine - Data (3.81)
  13. Repair - Things (3.81)
  14. Follow through, get things done - People (3.76)
  15. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  16. Listen - People (3.50)
  17. Communicate well, in person - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.50)
  3. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  2. Near Vision (3.62)
  3. Oral Comprehension (3.50)
  4. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  5. Oral Expression (3.50)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.50)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.37)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.31)
  3. Dependability (4.30)
  4. Independence (4.28)
  5. Initiative (4.14)
  6. Self Control (4.07)
  7. Integrity (4.01)
  8. Cooperation (4.00)
  9. Innovation (3.91)
  10. Persistence (3.76)
  11. Stress Tolerance (3.76)
  12. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.72)
  13. Achievement/Effort (3.61)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.63)
  2. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.20)
  3. Getting Information (4.14)
  4. Analyzing Data or Information (4.06)
  5. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.06)
  6. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.92)
  7. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.86)
  8. Documenting/Recording Information (3.86)
  9. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.83)
  10. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.82)
  11. Thinking Creatively (3.81)
  12. Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (3.81)
  13. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.80)
  14. Processing Information (3.76)
  15. Interacting With Computers (3.69)
  16. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.58)
  1. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.63)
  2. Understand Service Or Repair Manuals (4.20)
  3. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.20)
  4. Understand Detailed Electronic Design Specifications (4.20)
  5. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (4.20)
  6. Understand Technical Information For Electronic Repair Work (4.20)
  7. Read Blueprints (4.14)
  8. Read Manufacturing Outlines For Electronic Products (4.14)
  9. Read Schematics (4.14)
  10. Read Technical Drawings (4.14)
  11. Analyze Engineering Test Data (4.06)
  12. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.06)
  13. Evaluate Engineering Data (4.06)
  14. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (4.06)
  15. Analyze Test Data (4.06)
  16. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (3.92)
  17. Follow Manufacturing Methods Or Techniques (3.92)
  18. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.92)
  19. Use Technical Information In Manufacturing Or Industrial Activities (3.92)
  20. Use Robotics Systems Technology (3.92)
  21. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (3.92)
  22. Follow Statistical Process Control Procedures (3.92)
  23. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (3.92)
  24. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (3.86)
  25. Test Equipment As Part Of Engineering Projects Or Processes (3.81)
  26. Modify Electrical Or Electronic Equipment Or Products (3.81)
  27. Troubleshoot Electronics Manufacturing Equipment (3.81)
  28. Install Electronic Equipment, Components, Or Systems (3.81)
  29. Calibrate Or Adjust Electronic Equipment Or Instruments To Specification (3.81)
  30. Repair Electronic Components, Equipment, Or Systems (3.81)
  31. Install/Connect Electrical Equipment To Power Circuit (3.81)
  32. Repair Computer Controlled Manufacturing Systems (3.81)
  33. Install, Maintain, Or Repair Electronics Manufacturing Equipment (3.81)