Careers for people who think through their hands
Eight hundred and thirty careers that suit Realistic people, the hands-on, mechanical, outdoor and physical work that comes naturally to people who prefer building, fixing, growing or operating things they can see. 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 2 of 17 for Realistic careers.
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Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairer
High School Diploma · $52,600
Audiovisual equipment installers and repairers set up and fix AV systems in conference rooms, stadiums, churches, and…
Audiovisual Technician
Associate's Degree · $58,100
Set up, operate, maintain, and repair sound and video equipment for live events, such as concerts, sports games,…
Automation Technician
Associate's Degree · $73,900
Installs, maintains, and repairs automated systems and equipment used in manufacturing and industrial processes.…
Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendant
High School Diploma · $35,670
Automotive and watercraft service attendants pump fuel, swap tires, top up fluids, and replace filters at petrol…
Automotive Body and Related Repairer
High School Diploma · $54,890
Automotive body repairers restore collision-damaged vehicles in body shops, straightening frames, replacing panels, and…
Automotive Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $104,110
Develop new or improved designs for vehicle structural members, engines, transmissions, or other vehicle systems, using…
Automotive Engineering Technician
Associate's Degree · $74,510
Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on…
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairer
High School Diploma · $47,630
Automotive glass installers remove damaged vehicle glass, prep the frame, and bond in replacement panes using urethane…
Automotive Mechanic
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,620
Inspects, maintains, and repairs automobiles and light trucks. Diagnoses mechanical and electrical issues using…
Automotive Refinish Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $54,890
Automotive refinish technicians prepare vehicle surfaces, mix paints, and apply coatings to restore the original finish…
Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,620
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles, often using computerized diagnostic equipment. Perform…
Automotive Spray Painter
Certificate or Vocational Training · $48,250
Apply paint, lacquer, and specialist coatings to vehicle bodywork using spray guns, mixing systems, and curing ovens to…
Automotive Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,620
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles, ensuring they run safely and efficiently.
Automotive Technician Assistant
High School Diploma · $50,620
Assist automotive technicians with vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Perform basic tasks such as oil…
Auxiliary Operator
High School Diploma · $102,040
Assists primary operators in monitoring, controlling, and maintaining equipment and systems in industrial or power…
AV / Unified Communications Technician
Associate's Degree · $58,100
Installs, configures, and maintains audiovisual and unified communications systems including video conferencing,…
AV Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $58,100
Sets up, operates, and maintains audio and visual equipment for events, presentations, and broadcasts.
Aviation Cargo Handler
High School Diploma · $40,240
Load, unload, and process cargo at an airport cargo terminal, handling freight consignments for air transport including…
Aviation Safety Inspector
High School Diploma · $92,100
Inspect aircraft, aviation facilities, and airline operations to ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations.…
Avionics Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $82,280
Avionics technicians install, test, and repair radar, navigation, and flight control systems on aircraft. They work…
Baggage Porters and Bellhop
No Formal Education Needed · $37,080
Baggage porters carry luggage, escort guests to their rooms, and answer questions about the building and neighbourhood.…
Bailiff
High School Diploma · $56,600
Bailiffs keep order in courtrooms, escorting jurors, handling evidence, and restraining defendants when needed. They…
Baker
High School Diploma · $37,160
Bakers mix dough, shape it, and bake it into bread, pastries, and cakes for commercial bakeries, restaurants, and…
Barbershop owner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,200 - $77,200 owner take-home/SDE
Barbershop owner owns a barbershop and often cuts hair personally while managing chairs, bookings, sanitation, customer…
Barista
No Formal Education Needed · $31,200
Prepares and serves specialty coffee beverages, maintains equipment, provides customer service, and contributes to the…
Bartender
High School Diploma · $34,340
Bartenders mix drinks, serve customers, and keep stock levels steady across shifts that often run late into the night.…
Beekeeper Commercial
Master's Degree · $36,670
Manages bee colonies for honey production, pollination services, and queen rearing.
Bicycle Repairer
No Formal Education Needed · $42,780
Bicycle repairers diagnose and fix mechanical faults, working in repair shops, sporting goods stores, or mobile vans.…
BIM Technician
Associate's Degree · $66,150
Develops and maintains Building Information Models (BIM) for construction projects, collaborating with architects and…
Biofuels Processing Technician
High School Diploma · $62,470
Biofuels processing technicians load feedstock, mix additives, and monitor fermentation vessels inside production…
Biomass Plant Technician
High School Diploma · $102,040
Biomass plant technicians monitor boiler pressures, adjust combustion settings, and repair faults in facilities that…
Blacksmith
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,490
Shape and forge iron and steel using traditional and modern techniques including hammer forging, welding, and heat…
Blacksmith Artisan
High School Diploma · $49,030
Forges and shapes metal using traditional blacksmithing techniques to create decorative or functional items.
Board Operator
High School Diploma · $62,470
Operates and monitors control panels, computers, and other equipment to regulate and coordinate the operations of power…
Boatbuilder
High School Diploma · $60,580
Constructs and repairs boats, ranging from small recreational vessels to larger commercial ships.
Body Repair Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $54,890
Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames. This includes repairing dents, replacing…
Boiler Operator
High School Diploma · $78,620
Operates and maintains industrial boilers, ensuring efficient and safe steam generation for heating, power, or…
Boilermaker
High School Diploma · $76,410
Boilermakers assemble and repair heavy-gauge pressure vessels in power plants, refineries, and shipyards. They align…
Bookbinder
Certificate or Vocational Training · $42,290
Construct, repair, and restore books and archival documents using traditional and contemporary binding techniques…
Brewmaster Craft
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $51,610
Develops recipes and manages the brewing process for craft beers.
Bricklayer and Stonemason
Certificate or Vocational Training · $62,120
Lay bricks, blocks, and stone to construct walls, foundations, and structural elements of buildings, combining…
Brickmason and Blockmason
High School Diploma · $62,120
Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and…
Brickmason Helper
High School Diploma · $47,550
Assists brickmasons, blockmasons, and stonemasons by performing duties such as mixing mortar, transporting materials,…
Bridge and Lock Tender
High School Diploma · $57,700
Operate and tend bridges, canal locks, and lighthouses to permit marine passage on inland waterways, near shores, and…
Broadcast Operator
Associate's Degree · $59,570
Operates and maintains the technical equipment used for radio and television broadcasts, live events, and streaming.…
Building Inspector (Private Sector)
Bachelor's Degree · $74,690
Carry out building control inspections on behalf of approved inspectors or local authorities to ensure compliance with…
Building Inspector / Plans Examiner
Associate's Degree · $74,690
Reviews construction plans and inspects buildings during and after construction to ensure compliance with building…
Building Superintendent / Building Manager
High School Diploma · $69,990
Serves as the on-site manager of a residential or commercial building, handling day-to-day maintenance, tenant…
Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Engine Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $61,770
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes…
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $61,770
Bus and truck mechanics repair diesel engines, brakes, and electrical systems on commercial fleets. Everything runs…