Robotics Technicians
Also called: Field Service Technician, Instrument Specialist, Instrumentation Technician, Automation Technician
In the military: see titles from the Army.
What they do:
Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.
On the job, you would:
- Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
- Disassemble and reassemble robots or peripheral equipment to make repairs such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, and servomotors.
- Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
Engineering and Technology
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Technical
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Hand and Finger Use
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Attention
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Industrial control software
Development environment software
Computer aided design CAD software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$51,220
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
You might like a career in one of these industries:
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See more details at O*NET OnLine about robotics technicians.