Assemble or modify electromechanical equipment or devices, such as servomechanisms, gyros, dynamometers, magnetic drums, tape drives, brakes, control linkage, actuators, and appliances.
Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers
SOC: 51-2023 O*NET: 51-2023.00
Median Salary
N/A
per year
Job Growth
➡️ N/A
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
N/A
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Assemble or modify electromechanical equipment or devices, such as servomechanisms, gyros, dynamometers, magnetic drums, tape drives, brakes, control linkage, actuators, and appliances.
What does a Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers do?
How much can you earn?
Limited Data Available: Detailed wage distribution data is not currently available for this occupation.
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Quality Control Analysis
100%
#2
Production and Processing
100%
#3
Near Vision
100%
#4
Finger Dexterity
92%
#5
Operations Monitoring
88%
#6
Arm-Hand Steadiness
82%
#7
Critical Thinking
76%
#8
Manual Dexterity
74%
#9
Mechanical
70%
#10
Information Ordering
66%
Skills Overview
Quality Control Analysis
advanced5.0
100%
Production and Processing
advanced5.0
100%
Near Vision
advanced5.0
100%
Finger Dexterity
advanced4.6
92%
Operations Monitoring
intermediate4.4
88%
Arm-Hand Steadiness
intermediate4.1
82%
Critical Thinking
intermediate3.8
76%
Manual Dexterity
intermediate3.7
74%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Quality Control Analysis
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Production and Processing
advancedImportance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0
Near Vision
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Finger Dexterity
advancedImportance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0
Operations Monitoring
intermediateImportance88%
skills
4.4/5.0
Arm-Hand Steadiness
intermediateImportance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance76%
abilities
3.8/5.0
Manual Dexterity
intermediateImportance74%
abilities
3.7/5.0
Mechanical
intermediateImportance70%
knowledge
3.5/5.0
Information Ordering
intermediateImportance66%
abilities
3.3/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance64%
skills
3.2/5.0
Problem Sensitivity
basicImportance58%
abilities
2.9/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation75%
5 shared skills
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders67%
5 shared skills
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic67%
5 shared skills
Engine and Other Machine Assemblers63%
5 shared skills
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians60%
5 shared skills
Avionics Technicians60%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Production and Processing
Learn on the Job:
- →Speaking
- →Reading Comprehension
- →Information Ordering
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Quality Control Analysis
- ✓Operations Monitoring
- ✓Production and Processing
- ✓Near Vision
- ✓Finger Dexterity
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Quality Control Analysis
- ★Production and Processing
- ★Near Vision
- ★Finger Dexterity
- ★Arm-Hand Steadiness
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers
Technology Intensity
Medium
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires intermediate digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Office productivity softwareIndustry-specific applicationsBasic data entry and managementDigital communication tools
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Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Autodesk AutoCAD
🔥 Hot TechSAP software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Autodesk AutoCAD
SAP software
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
HIGH
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
FREQUENT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet high physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
14
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (12)Operations & Execution (2)
1
Inspect, test, and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Assemble parts or units, and position, align, and fasten units to assemblies, subassemblies, or frames, using hand tools and power tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Position, align, and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Connect cables, tubes, and wiring, according to specifications.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Attach name plates and mark identifying information on parts.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities88% perform92%
6
Read blueprints and specifications to determine component parts and assembly sequences of electromechanical units.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Disassemble units to replace parts or to crate them for shipping.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities82% perform88%
8
Measure parts to determine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and verniers.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies, using grease paddles or oilcans.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts, using drill presses and portable power drills.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •50% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers professionals typically have a RCI Holland code and highly value support
RRealistic
CConventional
IInvestigative
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers
Attention to Detail
Very ImportantAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.38
Integrity
Very ImportantIntegrity
Importance Level4.19
Dependability
Very ImportantDependability
Importance Level4.18
Cooperation
ImportantCooperation
Importance Level3.78
Adaptability/Flexibility
ImportantAdaptability/Flexibility
Importance Level3.69
Analytical Thinking
ImportantAnalytical Thinking
Importance Level3.57
Complete Work Styles Profile
Attention to Detail
4.4
Integrity
4.2
Dependability
4.2
Cooperation
3.8
Adaptability/Flexibility
3.7
Analytical Thinking
3.6
Independence
3.5
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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