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How to become model makers, woodeducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$56,550
25th–75th pct. $37,660–$87,150
Top pay (est.)
$127,500
Top 10% $98,050
Pay in 5 years
$65,000est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$74,800est.
$64,300–$86,800
Outlook score
56/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
24%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
−3.3%
100 openings / yr

How to become model makers, wood

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Model Makers, Wood

Key skills

Operation and Control
3.0
Critical Thinking
3.0
Operations Monitoring
3.0
Monitoring
3.0
Complex Problem Solving
2.9
Operations Analysis
2.9
Reading Comprehension
2.9
Active Listening
2.9

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Design
4.4
Building and Construction
4.3
Engineering and Technology
4.2
Mechanical
4.1
Production and Processing
3.9
Mathematics
3.8
Administration and Management
3.3
Computers and Electronics
3.0

What the work involves

Controlling Machines and ProcessesHandling and Moving ObjectsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesPerforming General Physical ActivitiesThinking CreativelyRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Important abilities

VisualizationFinger DexterityArm-Hand SteadinessNear VisionOral ComprehensionControl Precision

Education of workers

Post-secondary certificate
31%
Less than high school
30%
High school diploma
20%
Bachelor's degree
14%
Some college
4%

Training before entry

None / short demo
33%
1–3 months
29%
2–4 years
19%
1–2 years
16%
Up to 1 month
2%

Related work experience

4–6 years
30%
6–12 months
14%
Over 10 years
7%
8–10 years
2%
3–6 months
2%

Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as model makers, wood

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.