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Average Metal Fabricator with Plasma Cutting Skills Hourly Pay in Portland, Oregon

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$20.23
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.26
MEDIAN
$20.23
90%
$27.40

The average hourly pay for a Metal Fabricator is $20.23 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$12 - $27
Bonus
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$34k - $61k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Jul 28 2019)
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What Do Metal Fabricators Do?

Metal Fabricator Tasks
  • Fabricate carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum and other metals working from drawings and written instructions.
  • Set up and operate fabricating machines to form and assemble metal components.
  • Position and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications.
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Common Health Benefits for a Metal Fabricator

Medical
50%
Dental
25%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Metal Fabricators

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Metal Fabricators

What is the highest pay for Metal Fabricators in Portland?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Metal Fabricator in Portland is $27.40 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Metal Fabricators in Portland?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Metal Fabricator in Portland is $12.26 / hour

How can Metal Fabricators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Metal Fabricator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Metal Fabricator that oversees more junior Metal Fabricators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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