Layout Workers (Metal and Plastic)

Top 3 Layout Workers Jobs

  • Construction Foreman - River Cities Builders Petroleum Services - Columbus,OH

    The Construction Foreman takes a hands-on leadership role on the job site ensuring prompt, efficient progress of the work. The Foreman determines priorities for work to be done, sometimes on their own initiative and authority, but more often based...

  • Electrical Foreman / Superintendent - IES Residential, Inc. - Columbus,OH

    The Electrical Foreman plays a pivotal role in the growth and development of the company. A successful foreman supervises and coordinates the activities of craft workers engaged in the layout, installation, and repair of wiring, electrical...

  • Field Service Technician (Entry and mid-level) - Dots - Lewis Center,OH

    Star Charge is a smart energy solution provider, developing smart charging and energy hardware, reliable software, and worry-free services. Our smart charging hardware products include both AC and DC units. We have core R&D technologies such as...

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What They Do

Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Includes shipfitters.


Layout worker Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 7,900
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $51,690

Job Outlook for Layout workers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -500
  • Growth rate: -7 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Layout worker

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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