About
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.
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
$48.5k
Annual median Salary
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Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
36%
High school diploma or equivalent
33%
Post-secondary certificate
17%
Some college, no degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
CNC Machinist (Computer Numeric Controlled Machinist)
Machinist
Maintenance Machinist
Tool Room Machinist