Prevailing Wage for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
Prevailing wage data for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers, SOC 51-2022, comes directly from DOL's Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. Whether your job title reads Assembler, Electronic Assembler, or Assembly Worker, DOL sets four experience-based wage levels, and the floor shifts significantly depending on which U.S. city your employer lists as the worksite on the LCA.
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Level 1 covers entry-level assemblers with limited experience who perform routine tasks under close supervision. Workers at this stage typically follow standard assembly procedures with minimal variation and have not yet developed specialized technical skills in electronics or electrical systems.
Level 2 applies to qualified assemblers who work with moderate supervision and handle a range of standard assembly tasks independently. This is the most common filing level for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers, reflecting the occupation's typical mid-career production worker profile.
Level 3 covers experienced assemblers who work with considerable autonomy, troubleshoot assembly problems, and may assist in training newer workers. These professionals handle more complex subassemblies, interpret detailed schematics, and apply judgment when standard procedures don't directly apply.
Level 4 reflects fully competent assemblers in senior or lead roles who set production methods, coordinate workflow across a team, and resolve non-routine technical issues. Employers typically file at this level for workers who function as team leads or on specialized defense or aerospace lines.
Prevailing Wage for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch for title mismatches on LCAs
Job postings for this occupation often use titles like Factory Assembler or Electronics Assembler. If an employer files the LCA under a different SOC, the prevailing wage floor can shift downward, leaving your offer unprotected by the correct occupational benchmark.
Factor out signing bonuses before comparing offers
Assembler roles in electronics manufacturing sometimes include one-time signing bonuses that inflate the headline figure. DOL prevailing wage compliance is measured against base wages only, so verify that the base rate alone clears the applicable level floor for your worksite city.
Check metro variance for production hubs
Assembler wages vary sharply by region. Seattle and San Francisco floors sit well above the national median, while El Paso and Fayetteville sit near the bottom. If your employer operates facilities in multiple cities, the LCA worksite address determines which prevailing wage applies.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 51-2022.00 alongside Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Assembler Prevailing Wage
Assembler Prevailing Wage
Assembler positions fall under SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Assembly Worker Prevailing Wage
Assembly Worker Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Assembly Worker for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Electrical Assembler Prevailing Wage
Electrical Assembler Prevailing Wage
Electrical Assembler is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Electronic Assembler Prevailing Wage
Electronic Assembler Prevailing Wage
Electronic Assembler positions fall under SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Electronics Assembler Prevailing Wage
Electronics Assembler Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Electronics Assembler for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Factory Assembler Prevailing Wage
Factory Assembler Prevailing Wage
Factory Assembler is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Manufacturing Assembler Prevailing Wage
Manufacturing Assembler Prevailing Wage
Manufacturing Assembler positions fall under SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Transformer Assembler Prevailing Wage
Transformer Assembler Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Transformer Assembler for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-2022.00 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For SOC 51-2022, the agency surveys employers across hundreds of metro areas, then assigns four wage levels based on experience and job complexity. Employers sponsoring a worker must pay at least the level that matches the actual duties and supervision described in the LCA filed with OFLC.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 covers entry-level work under close supervision. Level 2 reflects a qualified worker performing standard tasks with moderate independence. Level 3 applies to experienced assemblers handling complex work autonomously. Level 4 is reserved for lead or senior roles setting methods and mentoring others. The level an employer assigns must match the actual duties and supervision structure in the job description, not simply the candidate's years of experience.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same assembler role differ so much from city to city?
DOL's OFLC sets wages using regional OES surveys, which capture what employers in each metro actually pay. Labor costs, cost of living, and the density of electronics and defense manufacturing employers all push local wages higher or lower. Critically, the worksite address on the LCA determines which metro wage applies, not the employer's headquarters. A role posted from a Seattle facility carries Seattle wages even if the parent company is headquartered elsewhere.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An offer below the applicable prevailing wage level will result in OFLC rejecting the LCA, which blocks the H-1B petition, E-3 application, or PERM labor certification from moving forward. USCIS also reviews wage compliance during petition adjudication. Workers already on status who discover a below-floor wage may face additional risk. This page is informational; consult a qualified immigration attorney if you believe your offer does not meet the floor.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for an assembler role in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up the current prevailing wage for SOC 51-2022 in any metro area. Enter the occupational code and the worksite location to retrieve the four level wages DOL has on file. You can also cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile to confirm job zone classification. Migrate Mate lets you filter sponsored assembler job listings by location and visa type so you can compare live postings against the OFLC floor for your target city.
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