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How much does a Tool Maker I make in Salinas, CA? The average Tool Maker I salary in Salinas, CA is $71,090 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $62,590 and $79,990. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Tool Maker I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $54,851 Salinas,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $62,590 Salinas,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $71,090 Salinas,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $79,990 Salinas,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $88,093 Salinas,CA March 26, 2024
25% $62,590 10% $54,851 90% $88,093 75% $79,990 $71,090 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Tool Maker I works from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and molds. Builds and repairs custom machine shop tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments. Being a Tool Maker I operates lathes, grinders, milling, and boring machines to produce tools. Calculates the dimensions and tolerances required to set up the machine tools. In addition, Tool Maker I generally is participating in an apprenticeship or on the job training program. May require an associate's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require Apprenticeship certificate. Being a Tool Maker I gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a Tool Maker I typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Tool Maker I

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Machine Shop Tool & Die Maker II

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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About Salinas, California    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 23.2 square miles (60 km2), 99.84% of it land and 0.16% of it water. Prior ....More

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