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Jig and Fixture Builder

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April 29, 2024 4 minute read
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Jig and fixture builders build, repair, and maintain jigs and fixtures. Jigs and fixtures are devices used to hold and guide cutting tools and other tools that shape or finish metal and other materials. They may also maintain other types of equipment, such as machine tools, robotic systems, and automated machinery.

Job Duties

In the course of a work day, jig and fixture builders may have some or all of the following job duties:

  • Study blueprints and drawings to determine the dimensions and design of jigs and fixtures
  • Use a variety of machine tools to cut, drill, shape, and weld metal and other materials
  • Assemble and install components to complete the assembly
  • Repair and maintain existing jigs and fixtures, as needed
  • Use measuring instruments to ensure that jigs and fixtures meet specifications
  • Work closely with engineers and other professionals to design and develop new jigs and fixtures

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Salaries for Jig and Fixture Builder

City
Median
New York
$90,000
San Francisco
$136,000
Seattle
$65,000
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City
Median
New York
$90,000
San Francisco
$136,000
Seattle
$65,000
Austin
$78,000
Toronto
$58,000
London
£40,000
Paris
€12,000
Berlin
€50,000
Tel Aviv
₪388,000
Singapore
S$12,000
Beijing
¥142,000
Shanghai
¥200,000
Bengalaru
₹524,000
Delhi
₹242,000
Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

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