West Virginia
Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders 51-4051
Description
Operate or tend furnaces, such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or electric induction, open-hearth, or oxygen furnaces, to melt and refine metal before casting or to produce specified types of steel.
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Education Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Growth Opportunity
11.10% growth rate
20 annual job openings
Wage Range
$21/hour
15.40
21.48
50th percentile
24.39
Required Work Experience
None
On-The-Job Training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
(1 to 12 months)
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