How much does a Machinist make in Tacoma, WA? The average Machinist salary in Tacoma, WA is $62,701 as of February 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $55,548 and $70,958. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Carpenter Technology - Wyomissing , PA
Machinist Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy ...
JobGet - 1 day ago
CNC Machinist/Machinist Technician Location: ​Ogden, UT, USA 84404 Duration: Direct Hire Payrate: $20/hr. - $40/hr. (Depending on experience) Shift: Weekend shift - Fri-Sun 5am to 5pm; 2nd shift ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Employbridge - Gainesville , GA
Are you a skilled Field Machinist looking for an exciting opportunity that takes you across the U.S. and beyond? Join our team and be part of critical power generation projects! About the Role As a ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Taurus Industrial Group, LLC - Freeport , TX
Manual Machinist Qualifications * Experienced in machining pump components such as cases, impellers, wear-rings, bearing housings, covers. * Must be able to work overtime when necessary. * Sufficient ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Huston Precision - South Lake Tahoe , CA
CNC Machinist Level 3 Company : Huston Precision Location : South Lake Tahoe, CA Pay Range: $40-48/hr Position Summary The CNC Machinist Level 3 takes a part from initial CAD to final machined ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
B & W Machine Co Inc - Elk Grove Village , IL
Manual Machinist must know how to set up a various manual machines and use them accordingly. Manual Machinist must be able to apply the knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout ...
Recruitology - 5 days ago

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About Tacoma, Washington    Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washingto....More

Tacoma, Washington  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Machinist: Assembly, Machining

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