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Overview
Motor vehicle parts assemblers fasten vehicle components, connect wiring and cables, position parts and check that assemblies meet specifications.
In job descriptions, look for power tools, blueprints, electrical components, alignment, testing equipment, programmable devices, assembly-line teamwork and quality checks.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
Work is usually on an assembly line or vehicle-parts station. The assembler fits parts in sequence, connects wiring, adjusts alignment and flags defects before the next build step.
Skills and specializations
The strongest roles combine electromechanics, vehicle mechanics, drawing reading, fastening methods, low-voltage wiring and use of test equipment. Some roles add robot setup, riveting, soldering or lifting equipment.
Salary context
Pay context is shaped by line speed, shift work, component complexity, electrical testing duties and whether the role only assembles parts or also diagnoses faults and records test data.
Career paths
Experience can lead toward senior assembler, quality inspection, line coordination, prototype build support, automotive robot setup or maintenance support. It also shows how close the role is to electrical testing and final vehicle quality.
Good to know
Check whether the vacancy names the vehicle parts, tools, line pace, test method and quality records. Electrical assemblies and robot setup mean a different scope than simple fastening.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 1
Team Assemblers
51-2092.00
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
motor vehicle assembler (8211.5)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/78625dd8-257b-483b-bca0-172dd9b02754 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 8211.5.3 |
| ISCO group | 8211 |
| Concept type | Occupation |