Millwright
Install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.
At a Glance
Millwright earns an average of $49,761/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 4.2–4.4 years. Top skills: Machinery, Lifting Ability, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving).
$49,761/yr
High school or GED
4.2–4.4 years
11
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Millwrights
Median Wage
$65,170/yr
Growth (2024-34)
0.0%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (22)
Machinery
Lifting Ability
Hand Tools
Turbines
Dollies
Machinery Repair And Maintenance
Hoisting
Hydraulics
Schematic Diagrams
Hammers
Environment Health And Safety
Mechanics
Metal Lathes
Control Systems
Blueprint Reading
Good Manufacturing Practices
Product Quality (QA/QC)
External Reporting
Industrial Repair And Maintenance
Debugging
Field Service Management
Power Plant Equipment
Common Skills (8)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Management
Operations
Computer Literacy
Professionalism
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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