Become a Machinist

OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Include 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, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

WAGES
A Machinist is considered a medium-wage occupation, with good possibility for wage advancement with experience.
Hourly $11.51 - $22.83
Yearly $23,952 - $47,515

Source: O*NET online. http://online.onetcenter.org

COLLEGES OFFERING PROGRAMS
For more information contact a Maricopa Community College Career Center.