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How much does a Tool Maker I make in New Mexico? The average Tool Maker I salary in New Mexico is $59,190 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $52,090 and $66,590. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Tool Maker I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $45,626 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $52,090 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $59,190 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $66,590 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Tool Maker I Salary $73,327 NM March 26, 2024
25% $52,090 10% $45,626 90% $73,327 75% $66,590 $59,190 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Tool Maker I works from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and molds. Builds and repairs custom machine shop tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments. Being a Tool Maker I operates lathes, grinders, milling, and boring machines to produce tools. Calculates the dimensions and tolerances required to set up the machine tools. In addition, Tool Maker I generally is participating in an apprenticeship or on the job training program. May require an associate's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require Apprenticeship certificate. Being a Tool Maker I gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a Tool Maker I typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Tool Maker I

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Machine Shop Tool & Die Maker II

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $55,887 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $59,673 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $57,235 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $60,315 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $59,673 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $59,545 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $56,272 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $59,673 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $57,812 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $59,673 Date Updated March 26, 2024