Machinists for hire in Richmond, VA

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills6%
    Machining5%
    CNC5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED60%
    Associate's degree21%
    Bachelor's degree8%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years70%
    6-10 years20%
    1-2 years10%
  • Current company

    AMF Bakery Systems
    Kinsley steel
    Anord Mardix
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years44%
    Less than a year22%
    More than 5 years22%

Browse Indeed's database of 303 profiles for Machinists in Richmond, VA

Last updated: Sep 29, 2026

Machinist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Richmond, VA: $96,518 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $78,356 – $118,890 yearly

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  • CNC Machinist

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    ServsafeForklift Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipCNCCNC Machining
  • Shop Manager / Sr. Tool and Die Maker

    Henrico, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Airframe & Powerplant LicenseDriver's License

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCAD Software
  • CNC Water Jet Operator/Technician

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationHoisting License

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic Experience
  • Machinist/Laborer

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Secret ClearanceForklift Certification

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMaintenance
  • Machine Operator

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Welding CertificationForklift Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingMachiningWeldingInterpreting Technical Drawings
  • Outside Machinist boilermaker

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Personal TrainerOSHA Safety CertificationConfined Space CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+9 more

    Skills

    Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceConstruction InspectionRangefinderPersonal Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime Management

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What's the average time to fill a machinist role?

The average time to fill a machinist role is 89 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do machinists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machinist include: communication skills, machining and CNC.

What licenses or certifications are common for machinists?

Common licenses or certifications for machinists include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and OSHA 10.

What are some job titles related to machinists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machinists include: outside machinist boilermaker, shop manager / sr tool and die maker and CNC machinist.

What level of education is common for a machinist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machinist in Richmond, VA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machinist?

Most machinists have 20 years of professional experience.

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