A robotics technician installs, maintains, and repairs robotic systems and equipment in manufacturing and industrial settings. The work is hands-on, in demand, and you can enter the field with an associate degree. Here is what the work involves, what skills matter, and how to get in.
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Robotics technicians work with computers and electronic equipment to keep automated systems running smoothly. You will repair and maintain robotic machinery, identify problems when systems malfunction, and monitor processes to catch issues early. The work requires reading technical documentation, making decisions about how to fix equipment, and gathering information from multiple sources. You will write reports, communicate findings to team members, and apply math and engineering knowledge to solve problems on the job site.
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Robotics Technicians earn a median of $73,900 a year, based on 2025 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and location.
The outlook is modest. Employment is projected to grow 1 percent from 2024 to 2034, little or no change for all occupations, with about 1,300 openings a year.
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Most robotics technician roles require an associate degree, which typically takes two years to complete. Your coursework will cover computers and electronics, mechanical systems, design principles, and mathematics. During your education, you will develop hands-on skills in repairing equipment and troubleshooting. Look for programs that include lab work and real-world projects. After graduation, you may start as an entry-level technician and advance as you gain experience and deepen your technical knowledge.
The main route into this field is an associate degree program. If you are deciding between different educational paths or want to map out your next steps, Pathly can map the robotic technician path that fits you and work through it with your school counselor or career advisor.
You do not need a license to work as a robotic technician, but professional certifications can strengthen your resume.
Common certifications
You are drawn to hands-on work with machines and systems. You like solving practical problems, thinking critically about how things work, and working with tools and technology.
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Last updated July 1, 2026.
Data sources. Career details from the O*NET 30.3 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under CC BY 4.0. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Salary and outlook figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025 wages; 2024–2034 projections), delivered via the CareerOneStop API. Certification, licensing, wage, and outlook data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by USDOL/ETA and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).