You like gadgets. You enjoy making things work. You know that building things is about more than just the man power, it's about the tools and machines that make the work possible. You see how things work, using your knowledge of machines and equipment to build, assemble and repair all things useful and necessary in our lives. Without you, the world wouldn't be nearly as efficient. You like that.

Machinists are makers, operators and setter-uppers of all things machine related. Machinists use such machine tools as lathes, drill presses and milling machines to produce precision metal parts.

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Long term on-the-job training
Apprenticeship Available
No
Machine shop technology
Postsecondary training

Where You Can Go

Work site training is typically required. Talk to potential employers about the specifics for each position.:
Chemeketa Community College: Website
Clackamas Community College: Website
Lane Community College: Website
Linn-Benton Community College: Website
Mt. Hood Community College: Website
Portland Community College: Website
Rogue Community College: Website
Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries - Apprenticeship Division: Website

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