Alternate Career Options
If the job functions of
a satellite TV installer interest you, you might also consider the careers of
line installer or computer repairer.
Line Installer and
Repairer
Line installers and
repairers can work on electrical power lines or telecommunications lines. They
perform on-site work installing, repairing, testing and maintaining components.
They also lay cables or string power lines. Employment requirements can range
from a high school diploma to an associate degree; employers typically require
on-the-job training or an apprenticeship. Professional certification is
voluntary. Line installers and repairers typically need to have a commercial
driver's license if they operate company vehicles. The BLS predicts that these
jobs will increase by 8% from 2016-2026. The agency also reports that line
installers and repairers earned median annual pay of $64,190 in 2017.
Computer, ATM, and
Office Machine Repairer
In this occupation,
repairers work on-site to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair problems with
computers, ATMs, and office machines like copiers. They may also install new
machines and demonstrate how to use them. Some postsecondary education in
electronics, computers, or relevant subjects and on-the-job training are
commonly required. Voluntary professional and manufacturer certifications are
available and usually require an exam. According to the BLS, jobs in this field
are expected to decrease by 2% from 2016-2026, and these workers earned median
pay of $37,710 in 2017.
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