Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners


What Tool grinders, filers, and sharpeners Do

Perform precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of metal objects.


Tool grinder, filer, and sharpener Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 6,200
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $38,430

Job Outlook for Tool grinders, filers, and sharpeners

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -100
  • Growth rate: -2 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Tool grinder, filer, and sharpener

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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