Etchers and Engravers
Engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials.
Etchers and Engravers engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials. They may work as silk screen etchers.
Wages
$18.86 per hour on average
Outlook
The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training
High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job
Work Activities
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Operate cutting equipment.
Operate equipment to print images or bind printed images together.
Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.
Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.
Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
Engrave designs, text, or other markings onto materials, workpieces, or products.
Fill cracks, imperfections, or holes in products or workpieces.
Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
Career Pathways
Production
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