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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in Arizona
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders make in Arizona?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,530
Median Annual Salary
▲
+10.0% vs 2024
$43,630
Mean Salary
$44,530
Median Salary
$21.41
Hourly Rate
140 people work as Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders salary by percentile in Arizona
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona earn a median salary of $44,530 per year ($3,710/month).
This is 12.7% below the national average of $50,993.
Arizona ranks #37 out of 43 states for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders pay.
Approximately 140 people work in this occupation across Arizona.
Salaries increased by 10.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: 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.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.88
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Active Listening
3.12
Speaking
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.52
Production and Processing
3.21
Public Safety and Security
3.13
Computers and Electronics
2.97
English Language
2.84
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(55.9% of workers)
Salary Range: Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona
Salaries for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona range from $36,260 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $47,010 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $40,190 and $46,920.
Median $44,530
P10: $36,260P25: $40,190P75: $46,920P90: $47,010
10th
$36,260
25th
$40,190
Median
$44,530
75th
$46,920
90th
$47,010
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,260
$17.43
$3,021
25th Percentile
$40,190
$19.32
$3,349
Median (50th)
$44,530
$21.41
$3,710
75th Percentile
$46,920
$22.56
$3,910
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$47,010
$22.60
$3,917
Note: The mean (average) salary of $43,630 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#37
Arizona ranks #37 of 43 states
$50,993
National avg. for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders
How much do Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders make in Arizona?
The median annual salary for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona is $44,530 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $43,630.
What is the salary range for a Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona?
Salaries for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona range from $36,260 at the 10th percentile to $47,010 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $40,190 and $46,920.
What is the starting salary for a Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona?
Entry-level Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders positions in Arizona typically start around $36,260 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $40,190 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 140 people are employed as Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona.
What is the hourly rate for a Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Arizona is approximately $21.41 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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