*A job as a Zinc Skimmer falls under the broader career category of Metal-Refining Furnace 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 Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders :
Operate or tend furnaces, such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or electric induction, open-hearth, or oxygen furnaces, to melt and refine metal before casting or to produce specified types of steel.
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Median Annual Wage |
$41,840 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$20.12* |
Total Employed Nationally |
17,730 |
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.