About

Set up, operate, or tend heating equipment, such as heat-treating furnaces, flame-hardening machines, induction machines, soaking pits, or vacuum equipment to temper, harden, anneal, or heat treat metal or plastic objects.



New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

$44.2k

Annual median Salary

Videos

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.


70%

High school diploma or equivalent

20%

Less than high school diploma

10%

Post-secondary certificate

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Furnace Operator

Heat Treat Operator

Heat Treat Technician

Heat Treater

Related ocupation