Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other
Precision instrument and equipment repairers maintain and fix specialized devices that require exact calibration and technical skill. They work on equipment not covered by other repair specialties, such as scientific instruments, medical devices, or industrial controls. Employment is found in manufacturing facilities, repair shops, laboratories, and service centers.
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A day in the work
Repairers diagnose equipment problems using testing tools and technical manuals, then disassemble devices to replace worn or damaged components. They perform calibration and adjustments to restore equipment to manufacturer specifications. Work involves detailed documentation of repairs, parts inventory management, and quality testing before returning equipment to service. Some days include customer consultations about repair timelines and costs.
Who this work suits
You work well in this field if you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems and can focus on precise detail work for extended periods. Success requires patience with complex equipment, strong manual dexterity, and the ability to follow technical specifications exactly.
What it takes
Openings right now
- Bowling Equipment Repairer · Air Force Materiel Command · Robins AFB, Georgia · $22.56–$26.31
- Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer · Defense Logistics Agency · New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, Pennsylvania · $28.06–$32.72
- Electrical Equipment Repairer-Wheelchair Technician · Veterans Health Administration · Aurora, Colorado · $30.48–$35.53
- Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Leader · U.S. Army Reserve Command · Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico · $26.71–$31.15
- AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER · Air National Guard Units · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · $31.69–$36.99
- Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer · U.S. Army Reserve Command · Fort Meade, Maryland · $32.85–$38.41
- Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer · U.S. Army Reserve Command · Fort Belvoir, Virginia · $31.2–$36.24
- Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer · U.S. Army Reserve Command · Maineville, Ohio · $30.24–$35.33
Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.
Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $109,090 | $113,670 | $130,960 | 80 |
| Washington | $63,850 | $98,340 | $120,940 | 340 |
| Hawaii | $65,030 | $88,580 | $96,640 | 180 |
| Delaware | $70,010 | $82,200 | $94,820 | 90 |
| Louisiana | $64,820 | $82,140 | $104,760 | 80 |
| Tennessee | $48,730 | $82,090 | $82,090 | 1,150 |
| Virginia | $71,350 | $81,850 | $92,230 | 140 |
| Missouri | $77,280 | $81,330 | $84,910 | 30 |
| New Jersey | $60,540 | $80,930 | $92,590 | 300 |
| Ohio | $61,860 | $80,200 | $100,460 | 410 |
| California | $59,690 | $80,060 | $101,560 | 1,460 |
| New Mexico | $68,950 | $78,060 | $119,710 | 100 |
All 40 states
Certifications people in this field hold
- Specialist in Precision Optics (SPO) — ETA International
Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
Related occupations
Four short assessments and your background, scored against precision instrument and equipment repairers, all other and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 49-9069.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.