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Job Description


	Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment telemetering systems, electric motors, and batteries.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Assemblers and Fabricators

Most assemblers work on teams, making good communication skills and the ability to get along with others important. A high school diploma is sufficient for most jobs, but experience and extra training is needed for more advanced assembly work. Employment is projected to experience little or no change between 2008 and 2018. Job opportunities are expected to be good in the manufacturing sector, particularly in growing, high-technology industries.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing	50,390
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing	28,160
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing	20,350
Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing	11,850
Employment Services	10,760
Communications Equipment Manufacturing	10,730
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing	6,860
Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing	6,140
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	4,470
Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing	3,740

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Average Annual Salary	$31,290
Average Hourly Wage	$15.04
Total Employment	187,920