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Use hand tools to cut and trim items like carpet, fabric, stone, glass, or rubber.

Hand Cutters and Trimmers use hand tools or hand-held power tools to cut and trim a variety of items, including carpet, fabric, glass, or rubber.

Wages	$18.60 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Poor
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job	Work Activities Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production. Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing. Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references. Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment. Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products. Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces. Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. Shape metal workpieces with hammers or other small hand tools. Trim excess material from workpieces. Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.
Career Pathways	Production
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