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What is a jig bore operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a jig bore operator. For example, did you know that they make an average of $22.26 an hour? That's $46,305 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow -5% and produce -45,900 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreJig Bore OperatorUS Average
Salary
3.6

Avg. Salary $46,305

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
5.5

Growth rate -5%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
5.6
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 1.34%

Asian 3.72%

Black or African American 3.72%

Hispanic or Latino 11.79%

Unknown 1.86%

White 77.56%

Gender

female 1.41%

male 98.59%

Age - 44
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 44
Stress level
5.5

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
7.5

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
5.9

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a jig bore operator

  1. Explore jig bore operator education requirements

    Most common jig bore operator degrees

    High School Diploma

    83.3 %

    Bachelor's

    11.1 %

    Certificate

    5.6 %
  2. Start to develop specific jig bore operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    CDL67.31%
    Jigs10.98%
    Cranes7.43%
    Machine Operation5.79%
    Calipers5.38%
  3. Complete relevant jig bore operator training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New jig bore operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a jig bore operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real jig bore operator resumes.
  4. Research jig bore operator duties and responsibilities

    • Operate heavy machinery such as bobcat equipment and also operate and pave asphalt perform demolition work.
    • Set up and operate jig bore, close tolerance, tool room work from blueprints
    • Maintain proper communication with management and frac crews on/off-site.
  5. Apply for jig bore operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a jig bore operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average jig bore operator salary

The average jig bore operator salary in the United States is $46,305 per year or $22 per hour. Jig bore operator salaries range between $30,000 and $70,000 per year.

Average jig bore operator salary
$46,305 Yearly
$22.26 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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