Entry-level careers worth starting in
Five hundred and forty careers with low preparation requirements, careers you can step into without a degree or with on-the-job training, where the path from no experience to your first role is short and well-trodden. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 6 of 11 for entry-level careers.
540 careers in Entry-level careers worth starting in, page 6 of 11
Heavy Equipment Operator Assistant
No Formal Education Needed · $42,670
Assists heavy equipment operators by performing tasks such as spotting, maintaining equipment, and preparing work sites…
Help Desk Technician
High School Diploma · $61,860
Serves as the first point of contact for IT issues, logging tickets, resolving basic technical problems, and escalating…
Helper--Brickmason, Blockmason, Stonemason, and Tile and Marble Setter
High School Diploma · $47,550
A brickmason helper spends the day mixing mortar, cutting brick, hauling materials, and cleaning tools so the lead…
Helper--Painter, Paperhanger, Plasterer, and Stucco Mason
No Formal Education Needed · $40,470
A painting and plastering helper keeps job sites stocked and clear so tradespeople can work without interruption. They…
Helper--Pipelayer, Plumber, Pipefitter, and Steamfitter
High School Diploma · $42,360
Helpers in the plumbing and pipefitting trades cut pipe, carry materials, and hand tools to journeymen on residential…
Helpers--Electrician
High School Diploma · $42,670
Electrician helpers carry materials, run cable, and hold fixtures in place so electricians can keep working. They take…
Helpers--Extraction Worker
High School Diploma · $47,730
Extraction helpers work on drilling sites, mines, and quarries, hauling gear, washing machinery, and clearing debris…
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Worker
High School Diploma · $39,630
Repair helpers work alongside mechanics and electricians in factories, shops, and commercial buildings, fetching tools,…
Helpers--Production Worker
High School Diploma · $39,070
Production helpers supply materials, hold parts, and clear debris so skilled operators can keep working without…
Helpers--Roofer
High School Diploma · $44,160
Roofing helpers work on roofs and scaffolding alongside small crews, hauling bundles of materials up ladders, handing…
HGV Driver (Class 1)
High School Diploma · $58,640
Drive articulated lorries (Class 1/Category C+E) to transport goods between distribution centres, ports, and customer…
Highway Maintenance Worker
High School Diploma · $50,260
Highway maintenance workers patch roads, replace signs, clear drains, and plow snow for public agencies through every…
Hoist and Winch Operator
High School Diploma · $56,450
Hoist and winch operators lift, lower, and pull loads on construction sites, shipping yards, and logging operations…
Home Appliance Repairer
High School Diploma · $50,990
Home appliance repairers travel to customers' homes to diagnose and fix machines like refrigerators, dryers, and ovens.…
Home Health Aide
High School Diploma · $35,800
Home health aides visit clients in their own homes, helping them bathe, dress, take medications, and move safely. A…
Homeschool Curriculum Designer
Associate's Degree · $77,440
Develops customized educational plans and materials for homeschooling families.
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
No Formal Education Needed · $31,200
Restaurant hosts and hostesses greet guests, manage wait times, and coordinate seating across a busy dining room. The…
Hotel Desk Clerk
High School Diploma · $35,070
Accommodate hotel, motel, and resort patrons by registering and assigning rooms to guests, issuing room keys or cards,…
Hotel Front Desk Clerk
High School Diploma · $35,070
Welcome guests, manage reservations, and provide information about hotel services and local attractions.
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerk
High School Diploma · $35,070
Hotel and motel desk clerks register arriving guests, assign rooms, and handle reservations and payments. The role is…
HR Assistant
Associate's Degree · $50,610
Provides administrative support to the human resources department, assisting with recruitment, onboarding, employee…
HVAC Apprentice
High School Diploma · $61,010
Assists experienced HVAC technicians with installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, air…
HVAC Assistant
High School Diploma · $39,630
Assists HVAC technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning…
HVAC Helper
High School Diploma · $39,630
Assists HVAC technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning…
Indie Game Developer Solo
Master's Degree · $104,000
Designs, codes, and publishes video games independently, often handling all aspects of development.
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operator
High School Diploma · $46,420
Industrial truck operators drive forklifts and reach trucks to move pallets and materials through warehouses,…
Inside Sales Representative
High School Diploma · $69,990
Sells products or services to customers primarily over the phone, email, and other digital channels.
Inspector, Tester, Sorter, Sampler, and Weigher
High School Diploma · $48,570
Inspectors, testers, sorters, samplers, and weighers examine parts and materials on factory floors and in warehouses,…
Instructional Aide
High School Diploma · $36,780
Assists teachers in the classroom with various tasks, providing additional support to students, and helping to create a…
Instructional Assistant
Associate's Degree · $36,780
Supports lead teachers in classroom management, student supervision, and instructional activities to foster a positive…
Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall
High School Diploma · $49,120
Insulation workers cut, fit, and install fiberglass batts, spray foam, and blown cellulose in homes and commercial…
Insulation Workers, Mechanical
High School Diploma · $58,340
Insulation workers wrap pipes, ducts, and mechanical systems with fiberglass or foam to control temperature and prevent…
Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerk
High School Diploma · $49,230
Insurance claims and policy processing clerks check applications, input claims data, and update records when…
Inventory Clerk
High School Diploma · $45,260
Manages and maintains accurate records of stock, ensuring efficient flow of goods and materials within a warehouse or…
Janitor
No Formal Education Needed · $36,840
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of buildings, performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and emptying…
Kennel Assistant
High School Diploma · $35,360
Provide daily care, feeding, and exercise for animals in a kennel or animal shelter environment.
Kennel Attendant
High School Diploma · $35,360
Care for animals by feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, and monitoring their health and well-being in kennel,…
Kiosk and Market Stall Operator
High School Diploma · $48,520
Own and operate a retail kiosk or market stall selling a specific product category, building a loyal customer base…
Kitchen Helper
High School Diploma · $35,320
Assists cooks and chefs in food preparation, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and organizes supplies. Performs routine…
Kitchen Porter
No Formal Education Needed · $34,810
Maintains cleanliness and organization within a commercial kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing equipment, and…
Knife Sharpener and Blade Specialist
High School Diploma · $46,550
Provide professional knife sharpening, blade restoration, and cutlery maintenance services to professional chefs,…
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
High School Diploma · $40,240
Hand movers shift freight, stock, and supplies across warehouses, factories, and loading docks using hand trucks,…
Lactation Consultant
Associate's Degree · $64,070
Provides support and guidance to new mothers on breastfeeding and infant nutrition.
Landscaper
High School Diploma · $39,150
Designs, installs, and maintains outdoor spaces, enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality for clients.
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Worker
No Formal Education Needed · $39,150
Landscaping and groundskeeping workers maintain outdoor spaces at homes, parks, golf courses, and corporate campuses.…
Landscaping Worker
High School Diploma · $39,150
Performs a variety of tasks to maintain and improve outdoor spaces, including planting, mowing, trimming, and general…
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $50,620
Lathe operators shape metal and plastic stock into finished parts by loading raw material, setting cut depth, and…
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Worker
No Formal Education Needed · $34,890
Laundry and dry-cleaning workers sort, wash, press, and finish garments and linens for hotels, hospitals, and…
Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $63,870
Layout workers mark reference lines and dimensions on metal and plastic stock to guide machinists and welders through…
Library Assistants, Clerical
High School Diploma · $36,910
Library assistants check books in and out, reshelve returned items, process holds, and register new borrowers at public…