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Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay in New York

Electrical and electronics repairers in powerhouses, substations, and relays inspect, test, repair, and maintain electrical equipment that generates and distributes power. They work in power plants, utility substations, and relay facilities, diagnosing equipment problems and performing preventive maintenance to keep electrical systems operational. In New York the median pay is $98,310 a year, 5% below the national median of $103,020.

$98,310median pay in New York, per year
$88,370–$127,340middle half earn
3,160employed in New York
$103,020U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.

Skills that matter most

Critical ThinkingEquipment MaintenanceRepairingTroubleshootingReading ComprehensionOperations MonitoringQuality Control AnalysisActive Listening

Knowledge areas

MechanicalMathematics (knowledge)Engineering and TechnologyPublic Safety and SecurityEnglish LanguageComputers and Electronics

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O*NET-SOC 49-2095.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New York, annual.