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How much does a Tool Maker I make in West Virginia? The average Tool Maker I salary in West Virginia is $57,790 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $50,890 and $64,990. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Tool Maker I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $44,608 WV March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $50,890 WV March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $57,790 WV March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $64,990 WV March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $71,545 WV March 26, 2024
25% $50,890 10% $44,608 90% $71,545 75% $64,990 $57,790 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Weirton, WV Avg. Salary $62,496 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Wheeling, WV Avg. Salary $62,817 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accoville, WV Avg. Salary $57,235 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adrian, WV Avg. Salary $56,465 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Advent, WV Avg. Salary $57,427 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albright, WV Avg. Salary $60,122 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alderson, WV Avg. Salary $58,903 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alkol, WV Avg. Salary $56,978 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allen Junction, WV Avg. Salary $57,235 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alloy, WV Avg. Salary $57,235 Date Updated March 26, 2024