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Industrial Automation Technician

Industrial Automation Technician

Industry
🚛Trade, Transportation & Utilities
Jobs per Year
140
Avg Houston Wage
$24

Career Overview

Design, install, and maintain equipment used in modern industrial processes. They work on systems from fuses and motors to sophisticated electronic computer interface boards, motor drives, programmable logic controllers, solid-state devices and robotics.

Automation Technicians generally work in clean, well-lighted, air-conditioned surroundings with high quality tools for design, testing and analysis. They have a great attention to detail and processes.

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Work at a desk
Interact with people

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$22 - $27/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$51 - $59/hr
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