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Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment telemetering systems, electric motors, and batteries.

Median salary (BLS)

$45,850

10th–90th percentile (BLS)

$35k – $63k

Job outlook

+5% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: No degree required

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How to qualify

EstimateLicense required

Cost to qualify

$100–$2,600

Time to qualify

3.1 yr

Renewal

$50/yr

  1. 1

    Registered apprenticeship (paid)

    Experience

    Earn-while-you-learn training — apprentices are paid during the program; fees are tools/books, not tuition.

    $0–$2,000 · 36 months · varies by state source

  2. 2

    Journeyman exam & state/local license

    License

    Most states and municipalities test and license journeyman-level trades workers.

    $100–$600 · 1 months · varies by state · renews every 2 yr source

Estimated typical U.S. route for "Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers" — built from BLS education requirements and College Board 2024–25 average published prices (public, in-state tuition + fees + books). Not yet verified against a specific state's licensing rules — confirm with your state licensing board or program.

Typical progression

  1. Junior Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

    Entry / Junior

    $35,350

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

    Established

    $45,850

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

    Senior

    $54,400

Key skills

A typical day

  • •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 components 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.

Fields of study

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