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Machinist I Salaries in Canada

• What is the average Machinist I salary in Canada?
  How much does a Machinist I in Canada make? The median annual Machinist I salary in Canada is C$63,793, as of September 23, 2026, with a range usually between C$53,926-C$75,647 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Machinist I may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Machinist I in Canada.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Machinist I in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Machinist I in are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of September 23, 2026

• Job Description for Machinist I
  Assembles, repairs, and fabricates parts or components for tools or machines by operating mechanical equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints and design sketches to determine the precise specifications, dimensions, and tolerance levels of the finished product. Selects and operates the appropriate tools to cut, shape, or finish metal, plastic, or composite material. Sets up, services, and maintains equipment to ensure efficient and safe operation. Utilizes precision measuring instruments to check the accuracy and quality of machined parts. Assembles parts into sub-units or complete units as necessary. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. View full job description

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• Level of Education
  • Machinist I Salaries with No Diploma
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  • Machinist I Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree
  • Machinist I Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA
  • Machinist I Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

• Industries that include Machinist I
  • Aerospace & Defense ,
  • Biotechnology ,
  • Business Services ,
  • Chemicals ,
  • Construction ,
  • Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit ,
  • Energy & Utilities ,
  • Financial Services ,
  • Healthcare ,
  • Hospitality & Leisure ,
  • Insurance ,
  • Internet ,
  • Media ,
  • MFG Durable ,
  • MFG Nondurable ,
  • Pharmaceuticals ,
  • Retail & Wholesale ,
  • Software & Networking ,
  • Telecom ,
  • Transportation

• Categories that include Machinist I
  • Skilled and Trades
  • Entry Level

• Machinist I Salaries by Province in Canada
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Nova Scotia
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

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