Machine Tool Technology
Do you enjoy taking things apart to see how they work, and operating machines with precision and accuracy? Machine tool operators make and repair the objects of everyday life – from auto parts to winemaking equipment. Career opportunities are plentiful and well-paid, and they don’t require a four-year degree.
Occupations
Manufacturers in the U.S. need to fill 4.8 million jobs by 2028, and 83% of manufacturers say attracting and retaining a quality workforce as their top challenge. With their skills and hands-on learning experience, machine tool technology graduates are in a strong position to earn job offers and opportunities for advancement.
- Machinists
- Millwrights
- Winery maintenance mechanics
- Computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine operators
- CNC programmers
- Automotive machinists
- Tool and die makers
Contact Information
Division
Career Education and Workforce Development
Building 3300
Phone: (707) 256-7258
Department Webpage
Division Webpage
Dean
Dr. Douglas Marriott
Dean, Career Education and Workforce Development
2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Douglas.Marriott@napavalley.edu
Administrative Assistant
Eva Mijares
Administrative Assistant
2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: EMijares@napavalley.edu
Program Coordinator
Stan Hitchcock
Program Coordinator, Machine Tool Technology
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Stanley.Hitchcock@napavalley.edu