Machinists for hire in San Diego, CA
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Most popular skills
- Machining
- 9%
- CNC
- 6%
- CNC Machining
- 4%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 73%
- Vocational or technical training
- 10%
- Associate's degree
- 10%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 80%
- 6-10 years
- 20%
Current company
US Navy
Lockheed Martin
Time at current job
- More than 5 years
- 67%
- 1-2 years
- 33%
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Last updated: Oct 30, 2026
Machinist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in San Diego, CA: $87,043 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $65,816 – $115,115 yearly
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Machinist
San Diego, California
Licenses & certifications
CNCSkills
CNCCNC MachiningFanucMachiningCNC ProgrammingCAM SoftwareCNC Machinist
San Diego, California
Licenses & certifications
CDLCDL aSkills
LeadershipMathematical AptitudeCommunication SkillsMachiningMetal MachiningCNC LatheMachinist III
San Diego, California
Licenses & certifications
Forklift CertificationSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsSchedule ManagementCNCCNC MachiningSpanishMachinist IV
San Diego, California
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingMachine OperationMachiningLift TruckForkliftPackagingSetup Machinist
San Diego, California
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10OSHASkills
Communication SkillsCNC ProgrammingMetal MachiningMachine SetupSpecialized Industrial ToolsCNC LathePlant Operator
Spring Valley, California
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsStrategic PlanningMechanic ExperienceEquipment Calibration
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What's the average time to fill a machinist role?
The average time to fill a machinist role is 87 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: machining, CNC and CNC machining.
What licenses or certifications are common for machinists?
Common licenses or certifications for machinists include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to machinists?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machinists include: tool maker, CNC machinist and machinist III.
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 San Diego, CA, 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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