CAREER
Salary Median (2023)
$44,620
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033)
-18.6% (decline)
Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.
Bore Mill Operator, CNC Drilling Operator (Computer Numerical Control Drilling Operator), CNC Machinist (Computer Numerical Control Machinist), Drill Operator, Drill Press Operator, Drill Setup Operator, Machine Operator, Punch Operator, Radial Drill Operator, Setup Mill Operator
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (57%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Associate's degree
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