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STRUCTURAL METAL FABRICATORS AND FITTERS

Job Description:

Fabricate, position, align, and fit parts of structural metal products.

On-The-Job Responsibilities:

Education & Outlook

Statewide

Typical Degree: High school diploma or equivalent

Employed as of 2022: 396

2032 Projected Openings: 342

Entry Level Salary: $34,570

Median Salary: $50,570

Experienced Level Salary: $54,140

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

Mathematics

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

Production and Processing

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Mechanical

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

Skills

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Abilities

Arm-Hand Steadiness

The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Multilimb Coordination

The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

Institutions With Associated Majors
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Ashland Community and Technical College

Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$4,854
Graduation
Graduation Rate
47.6 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,950

Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College

Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$5,687
Graduation
Graduation Rate
46.7 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,175

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$6,287
Graduation
Graduation Rate
34.7 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,500

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$4,608
Graduation
Graduation Rate
41.9 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$9,055

Hazard Community and Technical College

Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$3,361
Graduation
Graduation Rate
44.0 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,125

Hopkinsville Community College

Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$5,472
Graduation
Graduation Rate
39.5 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,691
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