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Skilled Trades

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

$44,040

Typical range

$34k – $61k

Job outlook

+5% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: No degree required

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

    Entry / Junior

    $34,110

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

    Established

    $44,040

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

    Senior

    $52,560

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

Any field

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