Heat Treat Operator

Code: 51-4191.00

Also known as: Batch Heat Treat Operator, Burner, Coating Line Worker, Furnace Operator, Heat Treat Furnace Operator, Heat Treat Operator, Heat Treat Technician, Heat Treater, Scarf and Anneal Operator

Description: Set up, operate, or tend heating equipment, such as heat-treating furnaces, flame-hardening machines, induction machines, soaking pits, or vacuum equipment to temper, harden, anneal, or heat-treat metal or plastic objects.

Heat Treat Operator

Typical wages


10% $27,310
25% $32,460
Median $39,530
75% $48,760
90% $59,700
10% $13.13
25% $15.61
Median $19
75% $23.44
90% $28.7

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
20,100
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
18,000
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,500