Job Description: Data Processing Equipment Repairers check, clean, and adjust the mechanical and electronic elements of computers of all types, word processing systems, and peripheral devices such as printers, remote terminals, and other devices. Repairers check the equipment for loose connections, defective components, faulty circuit boards, and damaged parts. They run diagnostic programs and use sophisticated test instruments to locate and troubleshoot computer problems. Repairs are made using hand tools such as soldering equipment, needle nose pliers, and wire strippers. Repairers also install new computer systems and prepare them for use.
Wages - Statewide:
To give you an idea of how much you might earn, we have given you the average hourly wages and average yearly wages for this career throughout California. Wages can vary greatly in different parts of the State.
Hourly Average Wages:
$
20.09
Yearly Average Wages:
$
41,798
Source: California Occupational Employment and Wage Data, 2009
Job Openings:
An average of 310 job openings will be available statewide per year. The number of openings includes both new jobs and replacement openings as workers leave the occupation.
Source: California Occupational Employment Projections 2006 - 2016
