Plan, lay out, and construct wooden unit or sectional patterns used in forming sand molds for castings.
Patternmakers, Wood
SOC: 51-7032 O*NET: 51-7032.00
Median Salary
$52,520
per year
Job Growth
📉 -5%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
N/A
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Plan, lay out, and construct wooden unit or sectional patterns used in forming sand molds for castings.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$31,512
25th
$42,016
50th (Median)
$52,520
75th
$63,024
90th
$78,780
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:500
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-5%
Annual Openings:0
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)500
Current
2034 (Projected)400
-5%
0
Employment Change
-5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Operation and Control
Operation and Control
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Mathematics
Mathematics
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Mathematics
✓
Design
✓
Engineering and Technology
✓
Mechanical
✓
Building and Construction
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Production and Processing
✓
Customer and Personal Service
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year