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Compare Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers &

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

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Salary

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Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers
$51,700 $51,700
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
$41,600 $41,600

Similar skills & knowledge

These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.

Troubleshooting
Figuring out what is causing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs to not work.

Operation Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.

Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.

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Equipment Maintenance
Planning and doing the basic maintenance on equipment.

Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the right tools.

Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

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skills & knowledge Gaps

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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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Typical Level Of Training

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High school diploma or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

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Licensing

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License required in some states

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