Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

SOC Code: 51-2022

Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblerss read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions. This career typically requires moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year). With an AI-proof score of 91.5/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Monitoring, Reading Comprehension.

AI-Proof Score: 91.5Very High
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Median Salary

$44,210

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Job Growth

N/A

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Training Time

Moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year)

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Job Zone

Zone 2 / 5

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Training Cost

~$5,000

Key Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Monitoring
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Coordination
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking

Common Tasks

  • 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.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation