Machinists
SOC Code: 51-4041
Machinistss calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 71.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Operation and Control, Operations Monitoring, Operation and Control.
AI-Proof Score: 71.8 — High
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Median Salary
$56,150
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Job Growth
0.0%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Operation and Control
- •Operations Monitoring
- •Monitoring
- •Critical Thinking
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Active Listening
Common Tasks
- ✓Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- ✓Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
- ✓Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
- ✓Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
- ✓Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation