Brick Baker Career

*A job as a Brick Baker falls under the broader career category of Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders : Operate or tend heating equipment other than basic metal, plastic, or food processing equipment. Includes activities such as annealing glass, drying lumber, curing rubber, removing moisture from materials, or boiling soap.


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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tender Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$37,600

Median Hourly Wage

$18.08*

Total Employed Nationally

19,520


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.