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Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Description
Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment telemetering systems, electric motors, and batteries.
Common Tasks
- 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.
- Inspect or test wiring installations, assemblies, or circuits for resistance factors or for operation and record results.
- Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
- 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.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $17.68 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $10.02 and $27.95 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $36,777.51 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $20,884.48 and $58,131.54 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 1,680 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 17.3% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 1,970.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $16.00 with the median annual salary reaching $33,899.
