Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
Also called: Computer and Office Machine Repairers
Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.
Also called: Accounting Machine Mechanic, Adding Machine Mechanic, ATM Servicer (Automated Teller Machine Servicer), ATM Technician (Automated Teller Machine Technician), Bookkeeping Machine Mechanic, Break Fix Tech (Break Fix Technician)
Median pay
$47,810
per year, U.S.
Pay range (10th–90th)
$35,910 – $71,730
People employed
65,600
Holland code
RCI
Realistic · Conventional · Investigative
Updated October 2026 · Data: O*NET 31.0 and BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
Is this career right for you?
These are the things that stand out in this job compared with other U.S. jobs (O*NET 31.0 work context). Answer honestly.
- 1.Do you want a lot of freedom to make your own decisions?
- 2.Do you prefer doing your own work rather than directing others?
- 3.Do you want to stay at 40 hours a week or less?
- 4.Do you enjoy serving customers or the public?
- 5.Are you OK being on your feet and moving most of the day?
- 6.Do you work well under tight deadlines?
The hard parts
- Tight deadlines are common
- Long hours on your feet
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers pay by state
Highest-paying states
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What computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers do
- 01Travel to customers' stores or offices to service machines or to provide emergency repair service.
- 02Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
- 03Advise customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming.
- 04Maintain parts inventories and order any additional parts needed for repairs.
- 05Converse with customers to determine details of equipment problems.
- 06Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
Skills that matter most
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
Knowledge
- Computers and Electronics
- Customer and Personal Service
- Mechanical
- English Language
- Engineering and Technology
Work styles that stand out
- Dependability
- Attention to Detail
Education and first steps
O*NET has no education survey data for this job.
How people get started
- Usually needs a high school diploma (O*NET Job Zone 2).
- Related work experience: over 6 months, up to and including 1 year.
- On-the-job training: over 3 months, up to and including 6 months.
- A certification can help.
Most common answers from O*NET 31.0 Education, Training and Experience.
Interest fit (Holland code)
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Career changes
Change from computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers
- Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers83% · −1%
- Home Appliance Repairers77% · +7%
- Medical Equipment Repairers75% · +29%
- Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers75% · +55%
- Locksmiths and Safe Repairers74% · +7%
Change into computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers
Jobs whose skills carry over best (skill match, their median pay).
- Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers83% · $47,450
- Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers78% · $52,720
- Home Appliance Repairers77% · $50,990
- Motion Picture Projectionists77% · $38,270
- Locksmiths and Safe Repairers74% · $51,320
Majors that lead here
- Business Machine Repair
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
From the NCES CIP 2020 to SOC 2018 crosswalk.