Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment telemetering systems, electric motors, and batteries.
Fast Facts
Hourly Pay
Entry Level: $11.48/hr
Median: $13.92/hr
Experienced: $17.68/hr
Current Employment
894 (2017)
Projected Employment
826 (2028)
Growth for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
2017 Jobs | 2028 Jobs | Change (2018-2028) | % Change (2018-2028) |
894 | 826 | (61) | (7%) |
Industries Employing Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Industry | Occupation Jobs in Industry (2017) | % of Occupation in Industry (2017) | % of Total Jobs in Industry (2017) |
Motor and Generator Manufacturing | 112 | 12.5% | 21.5% |
Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing | 70 | 7.8% | 2.8% |
Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | 65 | 7.2% | 15.5% |
Temporary Help Services | 60 | 6.7% | 0.8% |
Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | 57 | 6.4% | 8.4% |
Occupational Tasks
- Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
- Assemble electrical or electronic systems or support structures and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering or micro-welding equipment.
- Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Position, align, or adjust workpieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.
- Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.