Computer and Office Machine Service Technicians

Try to obtain practical, hands-on experience in the field by working as a helper for a technician or participating in internships at repair firms while in college.

A strong technical background and an aptitude for learning about new technologies, good communication skills, and superior manual dexterity will help you succeed in this industry. You'll also need to be motivated to keep up with modern computer and office machine technology. Machines rapidly become obsolete, and so does the service technician's training. When new equipment is installed, service technicians must demonstrate the intellectual agility to learn how to handle problems that might arise. Other important traits include a task-oriented personality, good organizational and time-management skills, patience, and the ability to convey technical terms orally and in writing.