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Career Details
ENTRY WAGE LEVEL
$20.53
UPPER WAGE LEVEL
$28.78
AVERAGE ANNUAL
$51,929
JOBS IN THE REGION
134
JOB DESCRIPTION
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. 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.
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State of Oregon Licenses and Education
Licenses
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Schools & Training Providers
Rogue Community College | White City | Apprenticeship, Machinist |
Rogue Industrial Manufacturing JATC | Central Point | Apprentice, Registered (Industrial Trades) |
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For training information including possible financial support, contact your local WorkSource Rogue Valley Work Center (Jackson and Josephine Counties).
Call: Jackson County 541-734-7533 or Josephine County 541-471-3811
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