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Electromechanical Equipment Assembler

What is an Electromechanical Equipment Assembler?

Position Description Assemble or modify electromechanical equipment or devices, such as servomechanisms, gyros, dynamometers, magnetic drums, tape drives, brakes, control linkage, actuators, and appliances.

Electromechanical Equipment Assembler Responsibilities

  • Pack or fold insulation between panels.
  • Disassemble units to replace parts or to crate them for shipping.
  • Connect cables, tubes, and wiring, according to specifications.
  • Operate small cranes to transport or position large parts.
  • File, lap, and buff parts to fit, using hand and power tools.
  • Attach name plates and mark identifying information on parts.

What Skills Do You Need to Work as an Electromechanical Equipment Assembler?

These are the skills Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers say are the most useful in their careers:

Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Types of Electromechanical Equipment Assembler

  • Segment Assembler
  • Wiring Technician
  • Appliance Assembler
  • Household Appliance Assembler
  • Synchronous Motor Assembler

Job Demand for Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 45,700 jobs in the United States for Electromechanical Equipment Assembler. There is little to no growth in job opportunities for Electromechanical Equipment Assembler. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 3,800 job openings in this field each year.

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The states with the most job growth for Electromechanical Equipment Assembler are Texas, Colorado, and Washington. Watch out if you plan on working in Delaware, Vermont, or Nebraska. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Tools & Technologies Used by Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Office
  • Data entry software
  • SAP
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Timekeeping software
  • Blueprint display software

How to Become an Electromechanical Equipment Assembler

What education is needed to be an Electromechanical Equipment Assembler?

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What work experience do I need to become an Electromechanical Equipment Assembler?

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