Engineering, Industry, and Manufacturing Technology

Machinists

Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

Occupation Details

County Information

Wage

$24/hour Average
$48,440/year Median

Wage Range

$37,820/year Entry
$55,970/year Experienced

Growth Opportunity

133 Annual Openings
6% change total jobs from 2020-2030

Education Typically Needed

High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience Typically Needed

None

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