Compare Machinists & Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal... District Of Columbia

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Salary

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Machinists $73,300
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Similar skills & knowledge

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Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.


Typical Level Of Training

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Typical level Of training for Machinists
Machinists

High school diploma or equivalent

Typical level Of training for Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

High school diploma or equivalent

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Licensing

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Licensing for Machinists
Machinists

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

No license found in District of Columbia


Certification

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Certification for Machinists
Machinists

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Certification for Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

20 related certifications

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