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This career pays well above the median wage.    This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Signal and Track Switch Repairers

Install, inspect, or maintain electric gate crossings and signal equipment.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 National Data
$40.51 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 National Data
Growth rate:  5.6%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.
  • Inspect equipment to locate or identify electrical problems.
  • Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
  • Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $40.51
Statewide median: $24.25

 


Wages for Signal and Track Switch Repair

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