Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers
SOC Code: 51-2021 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Wind wire coils used in electrical components, such as resistors and transformers, and in electrical equipment and instruments, such as field cores, bobbins, armature cores, electrical motors, generators, and control equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Bellingham, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $55,182 | $91,458 | $127,733 | $164,008 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.9 | |
| Speaking | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Coordination | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.8 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Education and Training | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.6 |
| Mathematics | 3.6 |
| Administration and Management | 3.6 |
| Production and Processing | 3.5 |
| Mechanical | 3.5 |
| Design | 3.3 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 57.2% |
| Some college | 40.9% |
| Less than high school | 1.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Operate or tend wire-coiling machines to wind wire coils used in electrical components such as resistors and transformers, and in electrical equipment and instruments such as bobbins and generators.
- Review work orders and specifications to determine materials needed and types of parts to be processed.
- Cut, strip, and bend wire leads at ends of coils, using pliers and wire scrapers.
- Select and load materials such as workpieces, objects, and machine parts onto equipment used in coiling processes.
- Record production and operational data on specified forms.
- Attach, alter, and trim materials such as wire, insulation, and coils, using hand tools.
- Stop machines to remove completed components, using hand tools.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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