Post job

What is a wheel assembler and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreWheel AssemblerUS Average
Salary
2.6

Avg. Salary $33,625

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
8.9
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.63%

Asian 7.88%

Black or African American 13.05%

Hispanic or Latino 14.31%

Unknown 3.97%

White 60.17%

Gender

female 29.76%

male 70.24%

Age - 45
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 45
Stress level
3.8

Stress level is moderate

7.1 - high

Complexity level
4.1

Complexity level is basic

7 - challenging

Work life balance
5.0

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a wheel assembler

  1. Explore wheel assembler education requirements

    Most common wheel assembler degrees

    High School Diploma

    35.7 %

    Associate

    35.7 %

    Diploma

    14.3 %
  2. Start to develop specific wheel assembler skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Hand Tools54.78%
    Assembly Line21.64%
    Quality Checks13.69%
    Wheel Assembly9.89%
  3. Complete relevant wheel assembler training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New wheel assemblers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a wheel assembler based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real wheel assembler resumes.
  4. Research wheel assembler duties and responsibilities

    • Train on Amada and Fanuc welders.
    • Excel in interpreting detail aligning units using jigs and fixtures, and inspecting complete components to ensure conformance to specifications.
    • Manufacture automobile air conditioner compressors for Honda
  5. Prepare your wheel assembler resume

    When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your wheel assembler resume.

    You can use Zippia's AI resume builder to make the resume writing process easier while also making sure that you include key information that hiring managers expect to see on a wheel assembler resume. You'll find resume tips and examples of skills, responsibilities, and summaries, all provided by Zippi, your career sidekick.

    Choose from 10+ customizable wheel assembler resume templates

    Build a professional wheel assembler resume in minutes. Browse through our resume examples to identify the best way to word your resume. Then choose from 10+ resume templates to create your wheel assembler resume.
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
    Wheel Assembler Resume
  6. Apply for wheel assembler jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a wheel assembler job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

How did you land your first wheel assembler job

Zippi

Are you a wheel assembler?

Share your story for a free salary report.

Average wheel assembler salary

The average wheel assembler salary in the United States is $33,625 per year or $16 per hour. Wheel assembler salaries range between $26,000 and $41,000 per year.

Average wheel assembler salary
$33,625 Yearly
$16.17 hourly

What am I worth?

salary-calculator

How do wheel assemblers rate their job?

Working as a wheel assembler? Share your experience anonymously.
Overall rating*
Career growth
Work/Life balance
Pay/Salary

Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
Zippia Team

Editorial Staff

The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

Browse production and manufacturing jobs