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Heat Treating Equipment Operators

Operate heating equipment, such as furnaces, flame-hardening machines, induction machines, soaking pits, or vacuum equipment.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Below the statewide median
 $24.83 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Shrinking
Growth rate:  -4%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate gas flow.
  • Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
  • Heat material or workpieces to prepare for or complete production.
  • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $24.83
Statewide median: $25.22

 

This career pays below the statewide median wage.


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