Torch cutter vs finishing trimmer

The differences between torch cutters and finishing trimmers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a torch cutter has an average salary of $34,322, which is higher than the $30,499 average annual salary of a finishing trimmer.

Torch cutter vs finishing trimmer overview

	Torch Cutter	Finishing Trimmer
Yearly salary	$34,322	$30,499
Hourly rate	$16.50	$14.66
Growth rate	2%	-3%
Number of jobs	4,514	1,727
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 57%	High School Diploma, 33%
Average age	40	46
Years of experience	4	-

Torch cutter vs finishing trimmer salary

Torch cutters and finishing trimmers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Torch Cutter	Finishing Trimmer
Average salary	$34,322	$30,499
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $45,000	Between $23,000 And $40,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between torch cutter and finishing trimmer education

There are a few differences between a torch cutter and a finishing trimmer in terms of educational background:

	Torch Cutter	Finishing Trimmer
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 57%	High School Diploma, 33%
Most common major	Precision Metal Working	Business
Most common college	-	-

Torch cutter vs finishing trimmer demographics

Here are the differences between torch cutters' and finishing trimmers' demographics:

	Torch Cutter	Finishing Trimmer
Average age	40	46
Gender ratio	Male, 96.3% Female, 3.7%	Male, 56.6% Female, 43.4%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.7% Unknown, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino, 23.7% Asian, 2.8% White, 58.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.4%	Black or African American, 9.4% Unknown, 3.3% Hispanic or Latino, 14.9% Asian, 6.3% White, 64.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
LGBT Percentage	3%	10%

Differences between torch cutter and finishing trimmer duties and responsibilities

Torch cutter example responsibilities.

Manage raw material sourcing, subcontractor management, supplier qualification, and EOQ development.
Use crane operator forklift driver unload trucks operate CNC cutting table enter data computer so it can be work on each day
Manage raw material sourcing, subcontractor management, supplier qualification, and EOQ development.

Finishing trimmer example responsibilities.

Trim parts, package parts, operate CNC, etc.
Collaborate with other workers at different stations to make quality embroidery
Used chainsaws, pole saws, pruners, climbing ropes and climbing saddles to properly trim trees to designate distance.

Torch cutter vs finishing trimmer skills

Common torch cutter skills

Safety Equipment, 56%
Torches, 44%

Common finishing trimmer skills

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Updated January 8, 2025

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