In a typical work setting, electric motor repairers:
Interpersonal Relationships
- Have a medium level of contact with coworkers or customers.
- Usually talk to others by telephone and face-to-face discussions.
- Are moderately responsible for the safety of others when they repair batteries.
- Occasionally are placed in conflict situations in which others may become rude or angry.
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- Are somewhat responsible for the work done by others.
- May work as part of a team.
Physical Work Conditions
- Sometimes wear protective work gloves, safety goggles, or hard hats.
- Often work indoors in a repair shop or at someone's home. Transformer repairers often work outdoors.
- Are often exposed to battery acid if they repair or recycle batteries, and other contaminants.
- Are often exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels when working.
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- Are regularly exposed to hazardous equipment.
- Are often exposed to hazardous conditions and situations.
- May be exposed to very hot or cold temperatures. Indoor work locations are often not temperature-controlled.
- Sometimes must work in very dim or very bright lighting.
- Occasionally work in cramped places when replacing or repairing batteries.
- Sometimes wear a special uniform if they work with the public.
- May work physically near others.
Work Performance
- Must fully complete and be exact in their work. Errors could be serious because faulty motors could shock someone or catch fire.
- Must allow the pace of work to be dictated by the speed of equipment.
- Rarely consult others before making decisions.
- Set most of their daily tasks and goals without consulting others. May seek input from a supervisor from time to time.
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- Must meet strict weekly deadlines.
Hours/Travel
- May visit customers' homes if repairing appliances.
- May spend many hours driving trucks or vans to service or emergency calls.
- Usually work 40-hour weeks. Some may work morning, evening, or weekend shifts.
- May work overtime or weekends during emergencies or busy seasons.