The Precision Repair Technician major builds core foundations in this discipline and prepares students with practical, career-relevant skills. Use RoEDU™ to find programs that match your goals.
Within Technician, students often explore key subfields and specializations that provide targeted expertise.
Graduates translate classroom knowledge into real-world impact across sectors through hands-on projects and internships.
As part of Technician, this major connects to diverse, high-demand fields and interdisciplinary pathways.
Typical starting pay soon after graduation.
Estimated after a decade of experience.
Seasoned professionals at ~20 years.
CAGR (compound annual growth rate) summarizes average yearly change across the observed period.
Employment-weighted across mapped SOCs; entry ≈ 85% of median; historical CAGR shown for last 5y; projections capped at 3% CAGR; lifetime is 40-year present value at 3% discount.
Data from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024) • Median wages, employment, and growth projections
| Occupation | Median Wage | Total Jobs | Growth Rate | Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers SOC: 49-9061 Occupation: Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers | $49,300 | 2,010 | N/A | N/A |
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners SOC: 49-9063 Occupation: Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners | $45,320 | 5,730 | N/A | N/A |
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other SOC: 49-9069 Occupation: Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other | $67,080 | 9,680 | N/A | N/A |
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers SOC: 49-9094 Occupation: Locksmiths and Safe Repairers | $50,490 | 15,550 | N/A | N/A |
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other SOC: 49-9099 Occupation: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other | $48,640 | 183,690 | N/A | N/A |
Watch and Clock Repairers SOC: 49-9064 Occupation: Watch and Clock Repairers | $60,690 | 1,300 | N/A | N/A |
Historical data from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2020-2024) • Salary trends and employment growth over 5 years
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49,300 | 2,010 |
| 2023 | $46,850 | 2,540 |
| 2022 | $44,060 | 2,120 |
| 2021 | $38,200 | 2,340 |
| 2020 | $40,330 | 3,320 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $45,320 | 5,730 |
| 2023 | $42,800 | 6,170 |
| 2022 | $38,150 | 6,330 |
| 2021 | $37,160 | 5,710 |
| 2020 | $36,810 | 7,070 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67,080 | 9,680 |
| 2023 | $62,040 | 10,330 |
| 2022 | $61,690 | 10,810 |
| 2021 | $57,670 | 11,110 |
| 2020 | $61,420 | 10,100 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $50,490 | 15,550 |
| 2023 | $48,380 | 14,790 |
| 2022 | $47,400 | 15,240 |
| 2021 | $46,910 | 15,380 |
| 2020 | $43,690 | 16,180 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48,640 | 183,690 |
| 2023 | $46,500 | 175,860 |
| 2022 | $44,500 | 172,980 |
| 2021 | $42,570 | 164,070 |
| 2020 | $42,480 | 151,050 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $60,690 | 1,300 |
| 2023 | $58,140 | 1,880 |
| 2022 | $48,370 | 1,880 |
| 2021 | $44,250 | 1,970 |
| 2020 | $45,290 | 2,430 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49,140 | 23,420 |
| 2023 | $47,450 | 24,060 |
| 2022 | $47,140 | 26,280 |
| 2021 | $46,640 | 24,350 |
| 2020 | $41,900 | 18,650 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,790 | 230 |
| 2023 | $48,840 | 400 |
| 2022 | $42,290 | 370 |
| 2021 | $37,780 | 560 |
| 2020 | $36,170 | 1,000 |