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Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters

Median Salary
48,480
Job Outlook
0%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

90%

Self-employed

10%

Private not for profit

0%

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of assemblers and fabricators is projected to decline 0 percent from 2023 to 2033. Despite declining employment, about 209,800 openings for assemblers and fabricators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$22,900

10%

$48,480

Median

$60,130

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    76%

  • Less than high school

    18%

  • Associate's degree

    2%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    2%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
  • Metal Fabricator

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Mechanical
  • Mathematics
  • Production and Processing
  • Design
  • Education and Training

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.