Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
O*NET-SOC code
49-2092.00

Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.

  • Data source: BLSPublished: 2026-08

    Low· relative

    LowFour relative bandsVery high

    Group-level value

    Scale, basis and source

    Four relative bands (Low / Moderate / High / Very high)

    831 detailed occupations in the BLS Employment Projections table. Assigned per National Employment Matrix (NEM) code, so occupations sharing a NEM code carry the same band

    Source dataset (XLSX download)

  • Data source: AnthropicPublished: 2026-03

    0.000

    0.000Range of values carried here0.745
    Scale, basis and source

    Observed exposure index, 0–1 as published

    Mapped onto O*NET tasks

    Published per SOC 2018 occupation; every O*NET occupation with the same SOC 2018 code carries this value

    Source dataset (CSV download)

  • Data source: ILOPublished: 2025

    0.17

    0.09Range of values carried here0.70

    Group-level value

    Scale, basis and source

    Generative AI exposure index, 0–1 as published

    Published per ISCO-08 unit group. Linked to this occupation, wholly or in part, by applying U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics crosswalks (ISCO-08 to 2010 SOC, 2010 SOC to 2018 SOC) as published

    Source dataset (PDF download)

What kind of figure this source publishes

The BLS category is a relative rank, not an absolute level, and it is not a first-hand measurement: it groups an occupation's percentile ranks across several published studies into four bands. It is not an employment or wage forecast, not a probability of adoption, and it does not separate automation from augmentation.

Task-level exposure

39 rated tasks · 4 tasks with β ≥ 0.5 (10.3%)

β = direct exposure (E1) + 0.5 × exposure when tools are available (E2), per the source repository's definition.

  • Source unit: O*NET 27.2 tasks → O*NET 31.0 occupation code
  • 8 rated tasks are not in the O*NET 31.0 task list; their scores are kept as published for O*NET 27.2.
Source
OpenAI "GPTs are GPTs" exposure rubric
Release
gh-main-0471612
License
MIT License, Copyright (c) 2024 OpenAI
Task (O*NET 30.2)APIRaw / share %
Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.

49-2092.00

0.00000.0
Not observed on any surface — 30 task(s) — These tasks have no row in the source for this release. The 0 in the share row is a display-stage composition ratio; absence is what the — in the raw row states.
Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
—0
Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
—0
Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
—0
Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
—0
Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams.
—0
Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
—0
Lubricate moving parts.
—0
Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools.
—0
Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
—0
Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections.
—0
Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.
—0
Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.
—0
Maintain stocks of parts.
—0
Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories.
—0
Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation.
—0
Assemble electrical parts such as alternators, generators, starting devices, and switches, following schematic drawings and using hand, machine, and power tools.
—0
Remove and replace defective parts such as coil leads, carbon brushes, and wires, using soldering equipment.
—0
Reface, ream, and polish commutators and machine parts to specified tolerances, using machine tools.
—0
Clean cells, cell assemblies, glassware, leads, electrical connections, and battery poles, using scrapers, steam, water, emery cloths, power grinders, or acid.
—0
Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines.
—0
Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots.
—0
Set machinery for proper performance, using computers.
—0
Verify and adjust alignments and dimensions of parts, using gauges and tracing lathes.
—0
Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers.
—0
Steam-clean polishing and buffing wheels to remove abrasives and bonding materials, and spray, brush, or recoat surfaces as necessary.
—0
Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary.
—0
Repair and operate battery-charging equipment.
—0
Sharpen tools such as saws, picks, shovels, screwdrivers, and scoops, either manually or by using bench grinders and emery wheels.
—0
Seal joints with putty, mortar, and asbestos, using putty extruders and knives.
—0
Hammer out dents and twists in tools and equipment.
—0

Data sources & licenses — O*NET®, Anthropic Economic Index, Eloundou et al. (2023): see full notices on the Credits page

All O*NET 31.0 task statements (31)

All O*NET 31.0 task statements for this occupation (English, as published; task type core or supplemental). Exposure values are not listed here; they are in the table above, next to each task statement as worded in the O*NET version each source used.

Task (O*NET 31.0)Type
Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.Core
Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.Core
Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.Core
Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.Core
Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams.Core
Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.Core
Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.Core
Lubricate moving parts.Core
Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools.Core
Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.Core
Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections.Core
Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.Core
Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.Core
Maintain stocks of parts.Supplemental
Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories.Supplemental
Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation.Supplemental
Assemble electrical parts such as alternators, generators, starting devices, and switches, following schematic drawings and using hand, machine, and power tools.Supplemental
Remove and replace defective parts such as coil leads, carbon brushes, and wires, using soldering equipment.Supplemental
Reface, ream, and polish commutators and machine parts to specified tolerances, using machine tools.Supplemental
Clean cells, cell assemblies, glassware, leads, electrical connections, and battery poles, using scrapers, steam, water, emery cloths, power grinders, or acid.Supplemental
Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines.Supplemental
Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots.Supplemental
Set machinery for proper performance, using computers.Supplemental
Verify and adjust alignments and dimensions of parts, using gauges and tracing lathes.Supplemental
Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers.Supplemental
Steam-clean polishing and buffing wheels to remove abrasives and bonding materials, and spray, brush, or recoat surfaces as necessary.Supplemental
Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary.Supplemental
Repair and operate battery-charging equipment.Supplemental
Sharpen tools such as saws, picks, shovels, screwdrivers, and scoops, either manually or by using bench grinders and emery wheels.Supplemental
Seal joints with putty, mortar, and asbestos, using putty extruders and knives.Supplemental
Hammer out dents and twists in tools and equipment.Supplemental

Occupation information

Employment outlook (BLS)

Employment, 2025
16K
Projected employment, 2035
17K
Change (2025–35)
+4.4%
Median annual wage, 2025
$56,210
Typical education needed for entry
High school diploma or equivalent
lowest $30,890median wage across 825 detailed occupations, BLS EP 2025–35highest $559,030

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025–35 — Employment by detailed occupation, 2025 and projected 2035

Korea classification links (KSCO)

Links from the current release of the Korea Occupation Direct Crosswalk v1.1, made by AI Changing Work. Relation values are read from the O*NET-SOC occupation side.

KSCO codeKSCO titleRelationStatus
76225전기기기 설치 및 정비원This occupation is narrowerconfirmed
76222비상 발전기 설치 및 정비원This occupation is broaderconfirmed
75105전기자동차 모터 정비원Related, not a matchconfirmed

Relation and status definitions(kr-direct v1.1)

ILO occupational description

AI Changing Work links the ISCO-08 unit groups below to this occupation by applying the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics crosswalks (2018 SOC to 2010 SOC, 2010 SOC to ISCO-08) as published, without case-by-case selection; each link may be whole or partial.

  • ISCO-08 7412Electrical Mechanics and Fitters

The definition, tasks and examples below are the ILO's description of that unit group, not of this occupation.

Electrical mechanics and fitters fit, adjust, install and repair electrical machinery and other electrical apparatus and equipment in buildings, factories, motor vehicles, workshops, or other places.

Tasks

  • (a) fitting, adjusting and repairing various kinds of electrical machinery and motors, generators, switchgear and control apparatus, instruments, or electrical parts of elevators and related equipment;
  • (b) fitting, adjusting and repairing electrical parts in domestic appliances, industrial machines and other appliances;
  • (c) inspecting and testing manufactured electrical products;
  • (d) installing, testing, connecting, commissioning, maintaining and modifying electrical equipment, wiring and control systems;
  • (e) designing, installing, maintaining, servicing and repairing electric and hydraulic passenger and freight lifts, escalators, moving walkways and other lift equipment;
  • (f) connecting electrical systems to power supply;
  • (g) replacing and repairing defective parts.

Example occupations

Armature builder · Automotive electrician · Electrical generator fitter · Electrical mechanic · Lift mechanic

Sources: ILO ISCO-08 — details: Credits

ESCO occupational vocabulary

Each entry below is matched to this occupation in the published ESCO-O*NET Crosswalk (version 1, 2022). The match types are that crosswalk's; the wording is AI Changing Work's.

  • electrical mechanicESCO 7412.3Same scope

    Electrical mechanics install, repair and maintain mechanical and electrical components of machinery, tools and equipment. They test electrical parts to ensure efficiency and make improvements accordingly.

  • electricianESCO 7411.1This occupation is narrower

    Electricians fit and repair electrical circuits and wiring systems. They also install and maintain electrical equipment and machinery. This work can be performed indoors as well as outdoors, in nearly every type of facility.

  • automotive electricianESCO 7412.2This occupation is broader

    Automotive electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries, electrical wiring and alternators. They use diagnostic testing equipment to inspect vehicles and find faults. To do repair work, they use hand tools and specialised electrical instruments and machines.

  • power tool repair technicianESCO 7412.9This occupation is broader

    Power tool repair technicians identify defects and repair electrically powered tools such as drills, chainsaws, lawn mowers and grinding machines. They disassemble, test and replace defective parts in tools. Power tools repair technicians advise customers on maintenance products and methods for their equipment. They may sell such products.

  • automotive battery technicianESCO 7412.1Overlapping, not the same

    Automotive battery technicians assemble, install, inspect, maintain and repair batteries in motor vehicles. They use electrical test equipment to confirm good working condition after installation. They evaluate batteries to determine the nature of power problems. They also prepare old batteries for disposal.

  • electromechanical engineering technicianESCO 3113.1.2Overlapping, not the same

    Electromechanical engineering technicians collaborate with electromechanical engineers in the development of electromechanical equipment. Electromechanical engineering technicians are responsible for building, installing, testing, monitoring, and maintaining the electromechanical equipment, circuits and systems. They test this by the use of test instruments such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters. Electromechanical engineering technicians also use soldering equipment and hand tools to repair electromechanical equipment.

  • vehicle electronics installerESCO 7421.7Overlapping, not the same

    Vehicle electronics installers set up equipment and accessories in motor vehicles such as CD players and GPS. They use electric drills and routers to install and examine malfunctioning electronic systems.

Source: European Commission, DG EMPL — ESCO API 2026-08-08 (bridge v1.2.1)

License: CC BY 4.0 (EU Reuse Notice)

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ESCO reuse terms and the modification notice are in Credits.

France classification links (ROME)

AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and ROME 4.0 job profiles, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side. Links marked “provisional” were adopted on the judgments of two judges from the same model family (Claude) alone, or by an operator rule applied to their judgments, so they rest on weaker evidence than confirmed links.

ROME codeROME title (French)Relation
H2601Bobinier / Bobinière en électricitéOverlapping, not the same
I1335Electromécanicien / Electromécanicienne d'équipements industrielsRelated, not a match

Source: France Travail — Répertoire Opérationnel des Métiers et des Emplois (ROME 4.0), version 61, last updated 15 June 2026 (https://www.data.gouv.fr/datasets/repertoire-operationnel-des-metiers-et-des-emplois-rome). Licence Ouverte 2.0.

ROME codes and titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET-SOC occupations are AI Changing Work's own judgment and are not a France Travail correspondence.

(AI Changing Work link release: fr-direct v1)

Spain classification links (CNO-11)

AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and CNO-11 occupations, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side.

CNO-11 codeCNO-11 title (Spanish)Relation
7521Mecánicos y reparadores de equipos eléctricosThis occupation is narrower

Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística (INE), National Classification of Occupations 2011 (CNO-11, Royal Decree 1591/2010) — www.ine.es · Licensed CC BY 4.0. CNO-11 codes and Spanish titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET occupations are AI Changing Work's own judgment and are not an INE correspondence.

(AI Changing Work link release: es-direct v1)

Germany classification links (KldB)

AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and KldB occupations, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side.

KldB codeKldB title (German)Relation
26222Berufe in der Elektromaschinentechnik - fachlich ausgerichtete TätigkeitenThis occupation is narrower
26223Berufe in der Elektromaschinentechnik - komplexe SpezialistentätigkeitenRelated, not a matchprovisional

Source: © Statistik der Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Klassifikation der Berufe 2010 – überarbeitete Fassung 2020, https://statistik.arbeitsagentur.de. KldB codes and titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET occupations are AI Changing Work's own mapping (eigene Zuordnung) and are not a Bundesagentur für Arbeit correspondence.

(AI Changing Work link release: de-direct v1)

Japan classification links (JSCO)

AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and JSCO occupations, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side.

JSCO codeJSCO title (Japanese)Relation
552電気機械器具整備・修理従事者This occupation is narrower

Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC), Japan Standard Occupational Classification (Dec. 2009, MIC Notification No. 555). JSCO codes and Japanese titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET occupations are AI Changing Work's own judgment and are not a MIC correspondence.

(AI Changing Work link release: jp-direct v1)

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