Engine and Other Machine Assemblers

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Read and interpret assembly blueprints or specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations.91
Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, or conformance to customer specifications.87
Position or align components for assembly, manually or using hoists.86
Set and verify parts clearances.85
Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, or micrometers.85
Fasten or install piping, fixtures, or wiring and electrical components to form assemblies or subassemblies, using hand tools, rivet guns, or welding equipment.81
Remove rough spots and smooth surfaces to fit, trim, or clean parts, using hand tools or power tools.79
Lay out and drill, ream, tap, or cut parts for assembly.77
Rework, repair, or replace damaged parts or assemblies.77
Assemble systems of gears by aligning and meshing gears in gearboxes.74
Set up and operate metalworking machines, such as milling or grinding machines, to shape or fabricate parts.74
Maintain and lubricate parts or components.74

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Operations Monitoring60
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Quality Control Analysis53
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Reading Comprehension53
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Active Listening50
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking50
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Monitoring50
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Speaking50
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Complex Problem Solving47
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Equipment Maintenance47
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Operation and Control47
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Repairing47
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Social Perceptiveness47
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

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Time Management47
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Troubleshooting47
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Coordination44
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Judgment and Decision Making41
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Equipment Selection38
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Active Learning35
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Systems Analysis35
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Persuasion31
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Service Orientation31
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Writing31
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Instructing28
Teaching others how to do something.
Management of Personnel Resources28
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Negotiation28
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Systems Evaluation28
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Installation25
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Learning Strategies25
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Management of Material Resources25
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Mathematics25
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Science22
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Technology Design22
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Operations Analysis19
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Programming19
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Management of Financial Resources16
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Mechanical73
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Production and Processing60
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Customer and Personal Service56
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Engineering and Technology50
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Administration and Management47
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Mathematics47
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Public Safety and Security47
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Design46
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Education and Training45
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
English Language42
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Computers and Electronics39
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Personnel and Human Resources31
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

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Building and Construction29
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Administrative28
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Physics28
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Transportation27
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Law and Government24
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Chemistry23
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Economics and Accounting18
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Sales and Marketing16
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Psychology14
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Communications and Media13
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Philosophy and Theology12
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Geography8
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Foreign Language6
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Telecommunications6
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Sociology and Anthropology4
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Therapy and Counseling4
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Medicine and Dentistry3
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Biology2
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Food Production2
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Fine Arts0
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
History and Archeology0
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Arm-Hand Steadiness72
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Manual Dexterity66
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Finger Dexterity63
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Near Vision60
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Visualization56
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Control Precision53
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Extent Flexibility53
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Information Ordering53
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Multilimb Coordination53
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Problem Sensitivity53
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Static Strength53
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Category Flexibility50
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

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Deductive Reasoning50
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Flexibility of Closure50
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Inductive Reasoning50
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Oral Comprehension50
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Perceptual Speed50
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Selective Attention50
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Speech Clarity50
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition50
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Trunk Strength50
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Written Comprehension50
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Depth Perception47
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Far Vision47
The ability to see details at a distance.
Oral Expression47
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Time Sharing47
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Hearing Sensitivity44
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Reaction Time44
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Stamina44
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Visual Color Discrimination44
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Auditory Attention41
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Dynamic Strength31
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Fluency of Ideas31
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Originality31
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Rate Control31
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Written Expression31
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Memorization28
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Response Orientation28
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Speed of Limb Movement28
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Glare Sensitivity25
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Gross Body Coordination25
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Gross Body Equilibrium25
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Mathematical Reasoning25
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Number Facility25
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Peripheral Vision25
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Sound Localization25
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Spatial Orientation25
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Speed of Closure25
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Wrist-Finger Speed25
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Night Vision22
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Dynamic Flexibility3
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Explosive Strength3
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Controlling Machines and Processes83
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Handling and Moving Objects83
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials75
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Performing General Physical Activities72
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Getting Information69
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates65
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards64
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events64
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems60
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships59
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings58
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge57
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment54
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment53
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Processing Information53
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People50
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Thinking Creatively50
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information47
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Working with Computers47
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Documenting/Recording Information46
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Training and Teaching Others46
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Developing and Building Teams45
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment44
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Analyzing Data or Information43
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others43
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Coaching and Developing Others41
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work41
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others40
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Assisting and Caring for Others39
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Developing Objectives and Strategies36
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Scheduling Work and Activities36
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment35
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others35
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Selling or Influencing Others32
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates31
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others29
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources25
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Staffing Organizational Units21
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization19
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public18
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Performing Administrative Activities15
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Attention to Detail83
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Dependability75
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Cautiousness65
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Achievement Orientation39
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Integrity37
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Stress Tolerance35
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Perseverance33
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Cooperation23
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Self-Control23
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Self-Confidence21
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Intellectual Curiosity20
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Adaptability14
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.

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Initiative12
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
Sincerity4
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic100
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional57
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Investigative28
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Artistic4
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
Enterprising1
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Social0
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day91%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day83%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- Continually or almost continually81%
- More than half the time11%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important54%
- Very important42%
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day69%
- Once a month or more but not every week13%
Time Pressure
- Every day56%
- Once a week or more but not every day22%
- Once a month or more but not every week19%
Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually38%
- More than half the time48%
- About half the time14%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Extremely important46%
- Very important35%
- Important14%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others54%
- Contact with others most of the time21%
- Contact with others about half the time12%
- Occasional contact with others13%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day52%
- Once a week or more but not every day28%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility37%
- High responsibility30%
- Moderate responsibility28%
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Every day59%
- Once a week or more but not every day11%
- Never17%

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Frequency of Decision Making
- Every day59%
- Once a year or more but not every month15%
- Never14%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- More than 40 hours39%
- 40 hours60%
Physical Proximity
- Very close (near touching)27%
- Moderately close (at arm's length)24%
- Slightly close (e.g., shared office)44%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- Continually or almost continually38%
- More than half the time26%
- Less than half the time24%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
- Every day63%
- Never29%
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- Continually or almost continually48%
- Less than half the time34%
Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom25%
- Some freedom43%
- Limited freedom17%
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom25%
- Some freedom37%
- Limited freedom19%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results25%
- Important results30%
- Moderate results23%
- Minor results14%
Consequence of Error
- Extremely serious27%
- Very serious32%
- Serious15%
- Not serious at all18%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Every day40%
- Once a month or more but not every week25%
- Once a year or more but not every month15%
- Never16%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Every day29%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never27%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Very important28%
- Important34%
- Fairly important13%
- Not important at all17%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Extremely important15%
- Very important23%
- Important32%
- Not important at all21%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day46%
- Once a year or more but not every month16%
- Never38%
Spend Time Walking or Running
- More than half the time25%
- About half the time33%
- Less than half the time30%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Every day17%
- Once a week or more but not every day28%
- Once a month or more but not every week11%
- Once a year or more but not every month18%
- Never26%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
- Every day17%
- Once a week or more but not every day24%
- Once a month or more but not every week20%
- Never32%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility11%
- High responsibility20%
- Moderate responsibility31%
- Limited responsibility20%
- No responsibility19%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important21%
- Very important16%
- Important17%
- Fairly important11%
- Not important at all34%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Every day11%
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
- Once a month or more but not every week28%
- Once a year or more but not every month22%
- Never19%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
- Every day21%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
- Never45%
Level of Competition
- Highly competitive12%
- Moderately competitive47%
- Not at all competitive27%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Extremely important29%
- Fairly important13%
- Not important at all43%
Telephone Conversations
- Every day24%
- Once a week or more but not every day11%
- Once a month or more but not every week15%
- Never49%
E-Mail
- Every day21%
- Once a week or more but not every day17%
- Never51%
Conflict Situations
- Once a week or more but not every day12%
- Once a month or more but not every week21%
- Once a year or more but not every month45%
- Never17%
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Every day14%
- Once a week or more but not every day17%
- Once a month or more but not every week13%
- Never46%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Every day13%
- Once a month or more but not every week17%
- Once a year or more but not every month23%
- Never39%
Written Letters and Memos
- Once a week or more but not every day20%
- Once a month or more but not every week13%
- Never50%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- About half the time12%
- Less than half the time41%
- Never31%
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Once a week or more but not every day20%
- Once a month or more but not every week12%
- Once a year or more but not every month23%
- Never44%
Exposed to High Places
- Once a month or more but not every week22%
- Once a year or more but not every month18%
- Never49%
Work Schedules
- Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)14%
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)21%
- Regular (established routine, set schedule)65%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- About half the time11%
- Less than half the time57%
- Never28%
Degree of Automation
- Moderately automated21%
- Slightly automated21%
- Not at all automated50%
Spend Time Sitting
- About half the time13%
- Less than half the time60%
- Never26%
Public Speaking
- Once a year or more but not every month24%
- Never56%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Less than half the time42%
- Never42%
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
- Never67%
Outdoors, Under Cover
- Once a year or more but not every month33%
- Never52%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Never72%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never82%
Exposed to Radiation
- Never90%
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Never100%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Post-secondary certificate
Less than high school diploma

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Computer aided design CAD software
Computer aided design and drafting CADD software, Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
SAP software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Word processing software
Microsoft Word

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Inspect installed components or assemblies.
Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.
Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
Smooth metal surfaces or edges.
Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.
Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
Lay out parts to prepare for assembly.
Repair parts or assemblies.

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Replace worn equipment components.
Apply lubricants or coolants to workpieces.
Operate grinding equipment.
Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

Assembler, Aircraft Powerplant
Elect-Motor & Gen Assembler
Machine Assembler
Machine Builder

This page incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Based on federal labor and demographic data. Data source & methodology