- Open jobs
- 0
- Agencies hiring
- 0
- Median wage in Kentucky (BLS)
- $28.20/hour
CNC Machinist pay in Kentucky
The median wage for CNC Machinist jobs in Kentucky is $28.20 per hour ($58,656 a year full-time). Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.
FAQ
How much does a CNC Machinist make in Kentucky?
The median wage for CNC Machinist jobs in Kentucky is $28.20 per hour (about $58,656 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How many CNC Machinist jobs are open in Kentucky?
0 CNC Machinist jobs from 0 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.