ROBOTICS TECHNICIANS (ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS OCCUPATIONS IN ROBOTICS & AUTOMATED SYSTEMS) California Occupational Guide Number 2004 - B (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1994
THE JOB 
Robotics Technicians are maintenance or engineering technicians in robotics. They may work for robot manufacturers, suppliers, distributors or the companies using robots. Those working for manufacturers are part of the design team and work closely with the engineers. They are the hands-on team members. They also help with installation, programming and user training. Other technicians who work for companies that use robotics are called on to service, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair robots and robotic systems. Their duties vary, depending upon who they work for, and the types of robots they work on. Robotics Technicians who work in the auto industry are called maintenance technicians.
COMPENSATION
According to a number of California surveys the annual median salary for Robotics Technicians ranges from $20,000 to $39,000.
REQUIREMENTS
JOB RELATED SKILLS Knowledge of: -- Computers and microprocessors; -- Electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics; -- Programmable controllers; -- Sensing and vision systems. EDUCATION AND TRAINING -- Approved apprenticeship training; -- Associate degree, or equivalent trade school; or -- Military training in an engineering specialty usually required.
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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