The job outlook for Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors is considered Below Average because:

1. Employment grew at an average rate.

2. Hourly wages ($17.54) are close to the average ($18.07),and the rate of wage growth is below the average.

3. The unemployment rate (7%) is close to the 2004 average (7%).

1. What is a day in the life of a Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors like?
   Assemblers in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties: A. Test and check electrical assemblies... more
2. What education do you need to become a Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors?
   1. Some secondary school education is required. 2. Up to two years of on-the-job training are provided. 3.... more
3. What is the future Job Outlook for a Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Below Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely be above... more
4. How much does a Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors make?
   The average hourly wages for Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors is $17.54/HR, which is close to the average for... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors"?
   7% of Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for intermediate... more
6. How many Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors are employed part-time?
   1% of Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 17,800 workers... more
7. How many Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors are self-employed?
   Roughly 1% of Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors are self-employed. This is considered Below average for the... more
8. What is the average age of a Mechanical Assemblers and Inspectors?
   The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be average influenced by a similar-to-average age of workers (40). more