Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders   51-4051

Manufacturing

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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Occupation Details

Location

Portland Tri-County

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Growth Opportunity

28.10% growth rate
16 annual job openings

Wage Range

$30/hour 24.31 30.43 50th percentile 31.02

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

Moderate-term on-the-job training
(1 to 12 months)

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