Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers
SOC code 51-2023 · O*NET-SOC 51-2023.00 · Little to some preparation needed · Manufacturing and production
Bright Outlook — O*NET expects rapid growth for this occupation
What does an electromechanical equipment assembler do?
Assemble or modify electromechanical equipment or devices, such as servomechanisms, gyros, dynamometers, magnetic drums, tape drives, brakes, control linkage, actuators, and appliances.
The tasks that matter most day to day
- Inspect, test, and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.
- Position, align, and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly.
- Assemble parts or units, and position, align, and fasten units to assemblies, subassemblies, or frames, using hand tools and power tools.
- Connect cables, tubes, and wiring, according to specifications.
- Measure parts to determine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and verniers.
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine component parts and assembly sequences of electromechanical units.
- Attach name plates and mark identifying information on parts.
- File, lap, and buff parts to fit, using hand and power tools.
How to become an electromechanical equipment assembler
Most people in this role hold high school diploma or the equivalent (such as a ged) — 53% of workers surveyed reported it as their level of education.
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.
Education reported by people doing this job
- High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED)53%
- Associate's Degree or other 2-year degree19%
- Some College Courses17%
- Post-Secondary Certificate11%
Common questions
Can you become an electromechanical equipment assembler 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 Comprehension3.0/5
- Speaking3.0/5
- Critical Thinking3.0/5
- Active Listening2.9/5
- Monitoring2.9/5
Knowledge areas
- Production and Processing3.3/5
- Mechanical3.2/5
- Computers and Electronics3.1/5
- English Language3.0/5
- Engineering and Technology2.9/5
- Design2.6/5
- Mathematics2.6/5
Transferable strengths: Operations Monitoring, Quality Control Analysis, Troubleshooting, Judgment and Decision Making, Time Management.