Robotics Technicians
Tasks Include:
- Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.
- Program complex robotic systems, such as vision systems.
- Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
- Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.
- Document robotics test procedures and results.
- Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems.
- Inspect installation sites.
- Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
- Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Attach wires between controllers.
- Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
- Align, fit, or assemble components, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
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The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet28)
Projections Quick View:
Virginia: 0.0%
National: -4.1%
Education
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
Job Zone:
Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Income Range:
Highest ($50,000 and up)
Median Earnings:
National
$60,570.00
State
$80,880.00
Regional
Robotics Technicians
Description
Career Cluster: | Manufacturing |
Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Education
Required Level of Education
- Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 45.45%
- Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 22.73%
- Bachelor's Degree = 18.18%
- High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 9.09%
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master. = 4.55%
Related Work Experience
- Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 54.55%
- Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 18.18%
- Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 9.09%
- Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 9.09%
- Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years = 4.55%
- Over 10 years = 4.55%
On-Site or In-Plant Training
- Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 18.18%
- Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 18.18%
- Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 18.18%
- Up to and including 1 month = 13.64%
- Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 13.64%
- Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 13.64%
- None = 4.55%
On-the-Job Training
- Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 45.45%
- Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 27.27%
- Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 13.64%
- Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 9.09%
- Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 4.55%
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Tasks
Core Tasks Include:
- Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.
- Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
- Document robotics test procedures and results.
- Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
- Attach wires between controllers.
- Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
- Align, fit, or assemble components, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
- Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
- Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
- Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
- Install new robotic systems in stationary positions or on tracks.
- Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.
- Evaluate the efficiency and reliability of industrial robotic systems, reprogramming or calibrating to achieve maximum quantity and quality.
- Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.
Supplemental Tasks Include:
- Program complex robotic systems, such as vision systems.
- Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.
- Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems.
- Inspect installation sites.
- Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Train robots, using artificial intelligence software or interactive training techniques, to perform simple or complex tasks, such as designing and carrying out a series of iterative tests of chemical samples.
- Operate robots to perform customized tasks, such as environmental cleanup or explosive detection operations.
- Maintain inventories of robotic production supplies, such as sensors or cables.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Tools and Technology
Tools Include:
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Welders (Arc welders)
- Binocular light compound microscopes
- Chart recorders
- Coordinate measuring machines CMM
- Photocopiers (Copy machines)
- Power drills (Electric drills)
- Facsimile machines (Fax machines)
- Flowmeters (Flow meters)
- Compression testers (Force gauges)
- Frequency counters or timer or dividers (Frequency counters)
- Signal generators (Function generators)
- Hammers
- Portable data input terminals (Hydraulic dataloggers)
- Hydrometers
- Interferometers (Laser interferometers)
- Laser printers
- Scanners (Laser scanners)
- Integrated circuit testers (Logic analyzers)
- Multimeters
- Open end wrenches
- Oscilloscopes
- Personal computers
- Potentiometers
- Microcontrollers (Programmable automation controllers PAC)
- Microcontrollers (Programmable logic controllers PLC)
- Welding robots (Robotic teach pendants)
- Screwdrivers
- Welding or soldering kit (Soldering tools)
- Ohmmeters (Volt-ohm meters VOM)
- Voltage or current meters (Voltmeters)
- Oscilloscopes (Waveform monitors)
- Workshop cranes
Technologies Include:
- Analytical or scientific software
- Analytical software
- Logic Design RoboLogix
- Simulation software
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Autodesk AutoCAD software
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks software
- Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
- Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Data base software
- Development environment software
- ABB RobotStudio
- Ada
- C
- Industrial control software
- FANUC Robotics ArcTool
- FANUC Robotics Diagnostic Resource Center DRC
- FANUC Robotics Dual Check Safety DCS Position and Speed Check
- FANUC Robotics HandlingTool
- FANUC Robotics iRCalibration Vision Suite
- FANUC Robotics iRVision
- FANUC Robotics MultiARM Systems
- FANUC Robotics SpotTool+
- FANUC Robotics Through Arc Seam Tracking TAST
- FANUC Robotics Torchmate 3
- Object or component oriented development software
- C++
- Operating system software
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- Spreadsheet software
- Spreadsheet software
- Word processing software
- Word processing software
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Special Requirements
Required Fees:
EXAM RESCHEDULING FEE
|
$100.00
|
HAND SCORING OF EXAM
|
$50.00
|
APPLICATION REVIEW FEE
|
$100.00
|
CERTIFICATION REINSTATEMENT
|
$50.00
|
ANNUAL REGISTRY FEE
|
$40.00
|
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATE FEE
|
$10.00
|
The data sources for the information displayed here include: Virginia Career VIEW Research. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Knowledge
% | Subject | Description |
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84.00 | Computers and Electronics | Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. |
84.00 | Engineering and Technology | Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. |
68.25 | Mechanical | Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
63.75 | Design | Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
62.50 | English Language | Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
62.50 | Mathematics | Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
58.00 | Production and Processing | Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. |
56.75 | Physics | Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Skills
% | Subject | Description |
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75.00 | Troubleshooting | Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. |
75.00 | Repairing | Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. |
72.00 | Reading Comprehension | Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. |
72.00 | Critical Thinking | Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. |
72.00 | Equipment Maintenance | Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. |
68.75 | 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. |
68.75 | Complex Problem Solving | Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
68.75 | Operations Monitoring | Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
65.50 | Quality Control Analysis | Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. |
59.50 | Operation and Control | Controlling operations of equipment or systems. |
56.25 | Writing | Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. |
56.25 | Speaking | Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
53.00 | Active Learning | Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. |
53.00 | Monitoring | Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. |
53.00 | Equipment Selection | Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. |
53.00 | Installation | Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. |
53.00 | Judgment and Decision Making | Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
53.00 | Systems Analysis | Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes. |
53.00 | Systems Evaluation | Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system. |
53.00 | Time Management | Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
50.00 | Mathematics | Using mathematics to solve problems. |
50.00 | Learning Strategies | Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. |
50.00 | Coordination | Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Abilities
% | Subject | Description |
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78.00 | Deductive Reasoning | The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. |
75.00 | Oral Comprehension | The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. |
75.00 | Written Comprehension | The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. |
75.00 | Inductive Reasoning | The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). |
75.00 | Near Vision | The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). |
72.00 | Oral Expression | The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. |
72.00 | Problem Sensitivity | The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem. |
72.00 | Information Ordering | The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). |
72.00 | Finger Dexterity | The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. |
68.75 | Visualization | The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged. |
68.75 | Manual Dexterity | The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. |
65.50 | Selective Attention | The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. |
65.50 | Control Precision | The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions. |
65.50 | Speech Clarity | The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. |
62.50 | Arm-Hand Steadiness | The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. |
62.50 | Visual Color Discrimination | The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. |
56.25 | Flexibility of Closure | The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material. |
56.25 | Perceptual Speed | The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object. |
53.00 | Written Expression | The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. |
53.00 | Fluency of Ideas | The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity). |
53.00 | Category Flexibility | The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. |
53.00 | Speech Recognition | The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. |
50.00 | Originality | The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem. |
50.00 | Mathematical Reasoning | The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem. |
50.00 | Memorization | The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures. |
50.00 | Speed of Closure | The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns. |
50.00 | Reaction Time | The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears. |
50.00 | Far Vision | The ability to see details at a distance. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Work Activities
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
89.75 | Working with Computers | Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
84.00 | Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment | Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
79.50 | Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events | Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
78.50 | Getting Information | Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
78.50 | Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings | Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
78.50 | Making Decisions and Solving Problems | Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
77.50 | Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates | Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
76.25 | Controlling Machines and Processes | Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
75.00 | Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards | Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
71.50 | Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials | Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
70.50 | Documenting/Recording Information | Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
70.50 | Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge | Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
69.25 | Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work | Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
68.25 | Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment | Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. |
67.00 | Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment | Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
66.00 | Analyzing Data or Information | Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
66.00 | Thinking Creatively | Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
64.75 | Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People | Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
61.25 | Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships | Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
60.75 | Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others | Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
60.25 | Processing Information | Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
58.00 | Scheduling Work and Activities | Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
58.00 | Providing Consultation and Advice to Others | Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
56.75 | Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information | Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
56.00 | Handling and Moving Objects | Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
56.00 | Training and Teaching Others | Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
54.50 | Performing General Physical Activities | Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. |
51.25 | Communicating with People Outside the Organization | Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Work Styles
% | Subject | Description |
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90.50 | Attention to Detail | Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. |
83.25 | Dependability | Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. |
83.00 | Integrity | Job requires being honest and ethical. |
83.00 | Analytical Thinking | Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. |
78.50 | Adaptability/Flexibility | Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. |
76.25 | Independence | Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. |
75.00 | Stress Tolerance | Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. |
73.75 | Initiative | Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. |
72.50 | Persistence | Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. |
71.50 | Self-Control | Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. |
70.25 | Cooperation | Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. |
67.00 | Innovation | Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems. |
66.75 | Achievement/Effort | Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks. |
51.25 | Leadership | Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. |
51.25 | Concern for Others | Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Work Values
% | Subject | Description |
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77.83 | Support | Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical. |
72.17 | Working Conditions | Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions. |
66.67 | Achievement | Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement. |
66.67 | Recognition | Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status. |
66.67 | Independence | Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Work Context
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
99.00 | Electronic Mail | How often do you use electronic mail in this job? |
94.60 | Face-to-Face Discussions | How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job? |
93.60 | Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets? |
91.80 | Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job? |
89.00 | Telephone | How often do you have telephone conversations in this job? |
84.60 | Freedom to Make Decisions | How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer? |
82.80 | Work With Work Group or Team | How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job? |
82.80 | Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions? |
82.80 | Structured versus Unstructured Work | To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals? |
81.00 | Responsible for Others' Health and Safety | How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job? |
81.00 | Consequence of Error | How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable? |
78.20 | Contact With Others | How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it? |
76.40 | Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls? |
75.40 | Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable | How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable? |
75.40 | Exposed to Hazardous Conditions | How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions? |
73.60 | Time Pressure | How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines? |
71.80 | Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer? |
71.80 | Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment? |
69.00 | Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled | How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)? |
67.60 | Degree of Automation | How automated is the job? |
66.40 | Exposed to Contaminants | How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)? |
65.40 | Responsibility for Outcomes and Results | How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers? |
64.60 | Coordinate or Lead Others | How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job? |
62.80 | Physical Proximity | To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people? |
62.00 | Level of Competition | To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures? |
61.80 | Spend Time Standing | How much does this job require standing? |
61.00 | Frequency of Decision Making | How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization? |
59.00 | Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions | How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions? |
56.40 | Letters and Memos | How often does the job require written letters and memos? |
56.40 | Deal With External Customers | How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job? |
56.40 | Importance of Repeating Same Tasks | How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job? |
55.40 | Spend Time Sitting | How much does this job require sitting? |
55.40 | Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings | How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings? |
54.60 | Very Hot or Cold Temperatures | How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures? |
54.60 | Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting | How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions? |
52.80 | Outdoors, Exposed to Weather | How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions? |
51.80 | Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection | How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection? |
50.00 | Frequency of Conflict Situations | How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job? |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
- Overall Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
- Job Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
- Examples
- These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, desktop publishers, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters and simultaneous captioners, and medical assistants.
- Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Robotics Technicians
Earnings Benefits*
Region | Entry Level | Median | Experienced |
---|---|---|---|
United States | $40,300.00 | $60,570.00 | $78,250.00 |
Virginia | $59,640.00 | $80,880.00 | $95,130.00 |
Region | Entry Level | Median | Experienced |
Alexandria/Arlington | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Bay Consortium | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Capital Region Workforce Partnership | $61,739.15 | $64,285.39 | $66,869.02 |
Central VA/Region2000 | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Crater Area | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Greater Peninsula | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Hampton Roads | $68,833.74 | $81,911.80 | $88,096.72 |
New River/Mt. Rogers | $47,813.73 | $60,636.33 | $78,328.16 |
Northern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Piedmont Workforce | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Shenandoah Valley | No Data | No Data | No Data |
South Central | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Southwestern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
West Piedmont | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Western Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
* Earnings Calculations:
Regional Earnings:
Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.
National and State Earnings:
Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet28)
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Employment Projections
Current | Projected | % Change | |
---|---|---|---|
United States | 12,100 | 11,600 | -4.1% |
Virginia | 575 | 575 | +0.0% |
Region | Current* | Projected | % Change |
Alexandria/Arlington | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Bay Consortium | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Capital Region Workforce Partnership | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Central VA/Region2000 | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Crater Area | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Greater Peninsula | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Hampton Roads | No Data | No Data | No Data |
New River/Mt. Rogers | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Northern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Piedmont Workforce | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Shenandoah Valley | No Data | No Data | No Data |
South Central | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Southwestern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
West Piedmont | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Western Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet28)
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Careers in Manufacturing Production Process Development Pathway:
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The data sources for the information displayed here include: New York State Department of Labor; New Jersey Department of Labor; California Occupational Information Coordinating Committee; CareerOneStop. (Using onet28)
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Military Training
The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:
- Aircraft, General
- Not Occupationally Qualified, General
- Pilots and Navigators
- Unmanned Vehicle (UV) Operators
- Unmanned Vehicle System (UVS) Operators, General
The data sources for the information displayed here include: Defense Manpower Data Center. (Using onet28)
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Proficiency Ratings
These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.
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Titles
- Automation Control Technician
- Automation Engineering Technician
- Automation Technician
- Automation Technologist
- Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E and I Technician)
- Electronics Technician
- Field Service Technician
- Instrument Specialist
- Instrumentation Technician
- Robot Technician
- Robotics Mechanic
- Robotics Technician
- Robotics Technologist
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Related Schools
- Blue Ridge Community College
- Brightpoint Community College
- Central Virginia Community College
- Dabney S Lancaster Community College
- Danville Community College
- DeVry University-Virginia
- Eastern Shore Community College
- ECPI University
- Germanna Community College
- J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
- Laurel Ridge Community College
- Mountain Empire Community College
- New River Community College
- Norfolk State University
- Northern Virginia Community College
- Patrick Henry Community College
- Paul D Camp Community College
- Piedmont Virginia Community College
- Rappahannock Community College
- Southside Virginia Community College
- Southwest Virginia Community College
- Tidewater Community College
- Virginia Highlands Community College
- Virginia Peninsula Community College
- Virginia Western Community College
- Wytheville Community College
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