Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
SOC code 51-2022 · O*NET-SOC 51-2022.00 · Little to some preparation needed · Manufacturing and production
Bright Outlook — O*NET expects rapid growth for this occupation
What do electrical and electronic equipment assemblers do?
Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment telemetering systems, electric motors, and batteries.
The tasks that matter most day to day
- Inspect or test wiring installations, assemblies, or circuits for resistance factors or for operation, and record results.
- 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.
- Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.
- Complete, review, or maintain production, time, or component waste reports.
- Confer with supervisors or engineers to plan or review work activities or to resolve production problems.
- Pack finished assemblies for shipment, and transport them to storage areas, using hoists or handtrucks.
- Clean parts, using cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
- Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
How to qualify for this work
Preparation level: zone 2 — Little to some preparation needed
- Education
- Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
- Experience
- Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
- Training
- Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.
The federal survey did not capture education levels for this specific occupation, so the preparation-level card above is the best guide to the entry route.
Common questions
Can you become an electrical and electronic equipment assemblers without a degree?
Yes — this occupation sits in preparation zone 2, meaning the typical entry route is usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not. A four-year degree is not the standard requirement, though licensing or certification may still apply.
Skills and knowledge you need
Core skills
- Reading Comprehension3.1/5
- Critical Thinking3.0/5
- Active Listening2.9/5
- Monitoring2.9/5
Knowledge areas
- Production and Processing3.9/5
- Administration and Management3.2/5
- English Language2.9/5
- Education and Training2.8/5
- Mechanical2.6/5
Transferable strengths: Operations Monitoring, Judgment and Decision Making, Coordination, Complex Problem Solving, Operation and Control, Time Management.