Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.

Tasks Include:

Tend and observe equipment and machinery to verify efficient and safe operation.
Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning.
Adjust, connect, or disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts, using hand or power tools.
Install or replace machinery, equipment, and new or replacement parts and instruments, using hand or power tools.
Clean or lubricate vehicles, machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas, and other objects, using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
Apply protective materials to equipment, components, and parts to prevent defects and corrosion.
Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work stations and other areas.
Disassemble broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair and reassemble equipment when repairs are complete.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: +3.8%

National: +4.4%

Education

High School Diploma

Job Zone:

Two: Some Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Moderately High ($36,000 - $49,999)

Median Earnings:

National

$36,710.00

State

$36,100.00

Regional

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Description

Career Cluster:

Architecture & Construction

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Education

Required Level of Education

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 31.74%
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 25.12%
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) = 23.48%
Some College Courses = 17.34%
Less than a High School Diploma = 2.29%
Bachelor's Degree = 0.01%

Related Work Experience

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 34.46%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 29.53%
None = 15.34%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 4.78%
Over 10 years = 4.60%
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 4.42%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 3.25%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 2.81%
Up to and including 1 month = 0.60%
Over 8 years, up to and including 10 years = 0.21%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 38.25%
None = 19.89%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 19.07%
Up to and including 1 month = 9.37%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 6.75%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 5.21%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 1.25%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 0.21%

On-the-Job Training

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 50.61%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 21.79%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 12.16%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 7.50%
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 5.33%
None or short demonstration = 2.21%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 0.21%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 0.21%

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

Tend and observe equipment and machinery to verify efficient and safe operation.
Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning.
Adjust, connect, or disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts, using hand or power tools.
Install or replace machinery, equipment, and new or replacement parts and instruments, using hand or power tools.
Clean or lubricate vehicles, machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas, and other objects, using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
Apply protective materials to equipment, components, and parts to prevent defects and corrosion.
Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work stations and other areas.
Disassemble broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair and reassemble equipment when repairs are complete.
Position vehicles, machinery, equipment, physical structures, and other objects for assembly or installation, using hand tools, power tools, and moving equipment.
Hold or supply tools, parts, equipment, and supplies for other workers.
Adjust, maintain, and repair tools, equipment, and machines, and assist more skilled workers with similar tasks.
Order new parts to maintain inventory.
Diagnose electrical problems and install and rewire electrical components.
Design, weld, and fabricate parts, using blueprints or other mechanical plans.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

Assemble and maintain physical structures, using hand or power tools.
Prepare work stations for use by mechanics and repairers.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Tools and Technology

Tools Include:

Adjustable wrenches
Pneumatic hammer (Air chisels)
Air compressors
Levels (Automatic levels)
Backhoes
Conventional truck cranes (Boom trucks)
Manlift or personnel lift (Bosun chairs)
Articulating boom lift (Bucket trucks)
Caulking guns
Hoists (Chain hoists)
Hammers (Claw hammers)
Portable data input terminals (Computerized meter readers)
Dollies
Workshop presses (Drill presses)
Facial shields (Face masks)
Forklifts
Front end loaders
Grease guns
Hand trucks or accessories (Hand trucks)
Hoists (Hi-los)
Pneumatic hammer (Jackhammers)
Ladders
Locking pliers
Mallets
Notebook computers
Track cranes (Overhead cranes)
Paint brushes (Paint application brushes)
Paint rollers (Paint application rollers)
Personal computers
Screwdrivers (Phillips head screwdrivers)
Pipe or tube cutters (Pipe cutters)
Threading machines (Pipe threading machines)
Pipe wrenches
Pneumatic drill (Pneumatic drills)
Pneumatic hammer (Pneumatic hammers)
Power chippers
Power drills
Power grinders
Hoists (Power hoists)
Power nail guns (Power nailers)
Power sanders
Power saws
Ratchets
Protective gloves (Safety gloves)
Goggles (Safety goggles)
Pneumatic sanding machines (Sandblasters)
Scaffolding
Skid steer loaders (Skip loaders)
Hammers (Sledgehammers)
Pressure or steam cleaners (Steam cleaning equipment)
Screwdrivers (Straight screwdrivers)
Torque wrenches
Tube end finishers (Tube crimping tools)
Utility knives
Vacuum pumps
Welding tools (Welding equipment)
Wire cutters
Stripping tools (Wire strippers)

Technologies Include:

Computer aided design CAD software

Computer aided design CAD software
HVAC tools software

Data base user interface and query software

Data logging software

Facilities management software

Facility energy management software

Industrial control software

Building automation software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Atlas Construction Business Forms
Microsoft Word

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
76.75	Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
68.75	Building and Construction	Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
66.75	Customer and Personal Service	Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
62.00	Public Safety and Security	Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
61.75	English Language	Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
59.00	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.
58.50	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
58.00	Design	Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
53.75	Production and Processing	Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
53.25	Computers and Electronics	Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

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Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Skills

%	Subject	Description
53.00	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.
53.00	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
53.00	Monitoring	Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
53.00	Operations Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
53.00	Operation and Control	Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
53.00	Equipment Maintenance	Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
53.00	Troubleshooting	Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
53.00	Repairing	Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
50.00	Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
50.00	Coordination	Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
50.00	Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Abilities

%	Subject	Description
65.50	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.
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	Control Precision	The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
62.50	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
59.50	Multilimb Coordination	The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
56.25	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.
53.00	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
53.00	Static Strength	The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
53.00	Deductive Reasoning	The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
53.00	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).
53.00	Extent Flexibility	The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
53.00	Trunk Strength	The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
50.00	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
50.00	Oral Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
50.00	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.
50.00	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
50.00	Stamina	The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
50.00	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.
50.00	Visualization	The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
86.50	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
80.25	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.
79.00	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
76.50	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.
72.25	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
71.75	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
69.00	Handling and Moving Objects	Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
66.50	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
66.25	Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
65.50	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.
64.25	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
64.25	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
64.25	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.
64.00	Controlling Machines and Processes	Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
62.25	Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
61.25	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
57.25	Developing Objectives and Strategies	Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
54.75	Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
54.50	Processing Information	Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
53.50	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.
51.50	Analyzing Data or Information	Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
50.00	Developing and Building Teams	Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
49.75	Documenting/Recording Information	Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
49.50	Scheduling Work and Activities	Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
49.50	Coaching and Developing Others	Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
78.75	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
76.50	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
75.50	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
73.00	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
72.25	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
70.75	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
70.50	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
68.00	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
63.00	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
62.50	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
62.25	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
59.00	Social Orientation	Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
58.75	Self-Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
55.75	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
54.25	Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
50.75	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.

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Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Work Values

%	Subject	Description
72.17	Relationships	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
50.00	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.

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Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Work Context

%	Subject	Description
95.40	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?
94.40	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
84.40	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
83.40	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
83.20	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?
83.20	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?
81.80	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
81.20	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?
79.80	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?
79.80	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
79.20	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?
78.80	Outdoors, Exposed to Weather	How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
78.20	Telephone	How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
78.00	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
77.80	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
77.40	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?
77.00	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
74.60	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
74.60	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?
73.80	Electronic Mail	How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
73.00	Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings	How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
72.80	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
71.20	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
71.00	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
68.80	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?
68.80	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
68.20	Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting	How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
67.60	Deal With External Customers	How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
66.80	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
66.00	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
64.60	Exposed to High Places	How often does this job require exposure to high places?
63.20	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions	How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
62.60	In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment	How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
62.60	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body	How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
62.40	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?
62.40	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?
60.80	In an Open Vehicle or Equipment	How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
58.80	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions	How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
53.20	Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling	How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
52.20	Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People	How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
50.80	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
49.80	Outdoors, Under Cover	How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?

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Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training
- Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
Education
- These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

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Earnings Benefits*

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
United States	$27,080.00	$36,710.00	$44,230.00
Virginia	$26,440.00	$36,100.00	$43,670.00

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
Alexandria/Arlington	$31,140.00	$40,720.00	$48,070.00
Bay Consortium	$28,850.00	$33,520.00	$41,430.00
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	$29,230.00	$36,700.00	$41,840.00
Central VA/Region2000	$26,550.00	$32,350.00	$36,150.00
Crater Area	$30,250.00	$37,440.00	$46,450.00
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	$29,020.00	$35,240.00	$39,590.00
New River/Mt. Rogers	$27,140.00	$33,970.00	$40,940.00
Northern Virginia	$30,090.00	$38,780.00	$45,770.00
Piedmont Workforce	$29,040.00	$37,160.00	$42,170.00
Shenandoah Valley	$27,620.00	$36,130.00	$41,610.00
South Central	$26,320.00	$32,910.00	$39,360.00
Southwestern Virginia	$27,880.00	$37,610.00	$42,200.00
West Piedmont	$28,870.00	$36,960.00	$38,910.00
Western Virginia	$27,240.00	$33,880.00	$37,740.00

* 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 onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Employment Projections

USA: 2023-2033

Virginia: 2022-2032

Regions: 2020-2030

	Current	Projected	% Change
United States	104,600	109,200	+4.4%
Virginia	4,259	4,421	+3.8%

Region	Current*	Projected	% Change
Alexandria/Arlington	109	127	+16.5%
Bay Consortium	237	270	+13.9%
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	734	838	+14.2%
Central VA/Region2000	138	155	+12.3%
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	287	315	+9.8%
Hampton Roads	545	588	+7.9%
New River/Mt. Rogers	113	116	+2.7%
Northern Virginia	836	906	+8.4%
Piedmont Workforce	210	237	+12.9%
Shenandoah Valley	112	126	+12.5%
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	156	165	+5.8%

* - Estimated

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

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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.

Proficiency	Rating
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	4.5
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	4.0
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	4.0
Performing General Physical Activities	4.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	4.0
Getting Information	4.0
Handling and Moving Objects	4.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	3.5
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	3.5
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	3.5
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	3.5
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	3.5
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	3.5
Controlling Machines and Processes	3.5
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	3.5
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	3.5
Developing Objectives and Strategies	3.5
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	3.0
Processing Information	3.0
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	3.0
Analyzing Data or Information	3.0
Developing and Building Teams	3.0
Documenting/Recording Information	3.0
Scheduling Work and Activities	3.0
Coaching and Developing Others	3.0
Thinking Creatively	3.0
Communicating with People Outside the Organization	3.0
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	3.0
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	3.0
Training and Teaching Others	2.5
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	2.5
Assisting and Caring for Others	2.5
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	2.5
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	2.5
Selling or Influencing Others	2.0
Working with Computers	2.0
Staffing Organizational Units	2.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	2.0
Performing Administrative Activities	2.0
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	2.0
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	2.0

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Titles

Air Conditioner Installer Helper
Air-Conditioner Window Unit Installer-Servicer Helper
Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic Helper
Apprentice/Lineman
Armature Winder Repair Helper
Assistant HVAC Mechanic
Automobile Body Repairer Helper
Automobile Mechanic Helper
Automotive Electrical Helper
Blacksmith Assistant
Blacksmith Helper
Building Equipment Operator (BEO)
Building Services Technician
Cable Splicer Helper
Car Mechanic Helper
Car Repairer Helper
Car Sander
Compressed Gas Equipment Service Mechanic Helper
Construction Equipment Mechanic Helper
Cooper Helper
Diesel Mechanic Helper
Diver Helper
Electrical Assistant
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Electrical/Instrument Technician (E/I Tech)
Electrician Technician
Elevator Constructor Helper
Elevator Repairer Helper
Environmental Control System Installer Servicer Helper
Facilities Locator
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Facilities Technician
Factory or Mill Maintenance Repairer Helper
Fire Equipment Inspector Helper
Furnace Mechanic Helper
Garage Helper
Gas Appliance Servicer Helper
Gas Fitter Helper
Gas Leak Inspector Helper
Gas Main Fitter Helper
Gas Meter Installer Helper
Gas Regulator Repairer Helper
General Laborer
General Maintenance Mechanic
Heating and Air-Conditioning Installer-Servicer Helper
Helper
Hot Air Furnace Installer and Repairer Helper
Hydroblaster
Hydroelectric Machinery Mechanic Helper
Industrial Gas Service Helper
Industrial Gas Servicer Helper
Industrial Maintenance Repairer Helper
Installation Helper
Installation Technician
Instrument Repairer Helper
Instrument Technician Helper
Laboratory Helper
Laborer
Last Repairer Helper
Lighting Technician
Locksmith Helper
Machinist Helper
Maintenance Aide
Maintenance Assistant
Maintenance Helper
Maintenance Man
Maintenance Mechanic
Maintenance Mechanic Helper
Maintenance Technician
Maintenance Worker
Mechanic
Mechanic Helper
Mechanic's Assistant
Mechanical Maintenance Worker
Mechanical System Technician
Meter Repairer Helper
Millwright Helper
Motorboat Mechanic Helper
Oil Burner Servicer and Installer Helper
Ordnance Artificer Helper
Outside Machinist Helper
Over Hauler Helper
Overhauler
Overhauler Helper
Paint Preparer
Physical Plant Employee
Pinsetter Mechanic Helper
Power Washer
Powerhouse Mechanic Helper
Pressure Washer
Protective Signal Installer Helper
Protective Signal Repairer Helper
Pump Servicer Helper
Refrigeration Mechanic Helper
Repair Armature Winder Helper
Repair or Installation Service Assistant
Repairer Helper
Rigger Helper
Rigging Helper
Salvager Helper
Sander
Service Planner
Service Station Helper
Sewing Machine Repairer Helper
Signal Maintainer Helper
Skilled Helper
Solar Energy System Installer Helper
Spray Gun Repairer Helper
Street Light Repairer Helper
Street Light Servicer Helper
Streetcar Repairer Helper
Technician's Helper
Technician, Helper, Instrument
Television Installer Helper
Tractor Mechanic Helper
Trades Helper
Utility Worker
Veneer Clipper Helper
Wash Oil Pump Operator Helper
Washer Engineer Helper
Water and Gas Helper
Well Tender
Wet End Helper
Window Unit Air Conditioner Installer Helper

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

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The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)