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 7 of 17 for Realistic careers.
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Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tender
High School Diploma · $44,810
Operators of roasting, baking, and drying equipment turn raw ingredients into shelf-stable food and tobacco products by…
Food Batchmaker
High School Diploma · $42,290
Food batchmakers weigh ingredients, load industrial mixers in a set sequence, and monitor temperatures throughout each…
Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tender
High School Diploma · $41,590
Food cooking machine operators run steam vats, pressure cookers, deep fryers, and kettles for food manufacturers…
Food Preparation Worker
No Formal Education Needed · $35,320
Food preparation workers chop, portion, and stock ingredients in commercial kitchens, cafeterias, and catering…
Food Science Technician
Bachelor's Degree · $52,130
Food science technicians test ingredients and finished products for properties such as pH, moisture, and microbial…
Food Servers, Nonrestaurant
High School Diploma · $35,360
Food servers in nonrestaurant settings bring meals to hospital patients, hotel guests, and aged care residents. They…
Foreman
High School Diploma · $79,920
Supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in construction, manufacturing, maintenance, or other…
Forensic Pathologist Assistant
Master's Degree · $62,930
Assist forensic pathologists in performing autopsies by preparing the examination suite, recovering and documenting…
Forest and Conservation Technician
High School Diploma · $54,560
Forest and conservation technicians measure trees, sample soil, and monitor streams to help foresters and land managers…
Forest and Conservation Worker
High School Diploma · $43,680
Forest and conservation workers plant seedlings, clear brush, and treat diseased trees on forests and rangelands under…
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialist
High School Diploma · $56,870
Forest fire inspectors patrol forests and campgrounds, checking permits and citing violations to stop ignition before…
Forester
Bachelor's Degree · $76,400
Foresters plan and manage forested land for timber production, water quality, wildlife habitat, and recreation. They…
Forestry Technician
Associate's Degree · $54,560
Assists foresters in managing and conserving forest resources, performing tasks such as timber cruising, fire…
Forger and Blacksmith (Industrial)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $49,030
Operate industrial forging equipment and hand-forging techniques to produce precision metal components for aerospace,…
Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $49,030
Forging machine operators heat metal stock and press it into gears, axles, and valves for cars, pipelines, and…
Forklift Operator
High School Diploma · $46,420
Operates industrial trucks or forklifts to load and unload materials and move them to and from storage areas, shipping…
Foundry Laborer
High School Diploma · $48,110
Forms wax or sand cores or molds used in the production of metal castings in foundries, performing tasks that involve…
Foundry Technician
High School Diploma · $44,350
Operates and maintains foundry equipment to cast metal products. This includes preparing molds, melting and pouring…
FP&A Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $102,740
Conduct financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic…
Frame Maker and Gilder
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,080
Design and fabricate bespoke picture frames in carved and gilded wood, and restore antique frames for museums,…
Funeral Attendant
High School Diploma · $35,680
Funeral attendants set up chapels, position caskets, arrange flowers, and escort mourners through services for grieving…
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tender
High School Diploma · $48,040
Furnace and kiln operators run industrial heating equipment to anneal glass, cure rubber, dry lumber, or boil soap.…
Furniture Finisher
High School Diploma · $44,540
Furniture finishers sand, stain, strip, and recoat furniture for workshops, restoration shops, and private clients.…
Furniture Maker (Bespoke)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,680
Design and build bespoke furniture in solid wood and veneered board using traditional hand tool and modern power tool…
Garage Door Installer
High School Diploma · $55,720
Install, service, and repair residential and commercial garage doors and automated opening systems, ensuring proper…
Garden Centre Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $35,410
Provide expert advice on plants, gardening products, and outdoor living in a garden centre or specialist plant nursery.…
Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operator
High School Diploma · $77,320
Gas compressor operators monitor stations that move natural gas, hydrogen, and nitrogen through pipelines, watching…
Gas Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,800
Install, service, and repair domestic and commercial gas appliances, pipework, and heating systems to Gas Safe Register…
Gas Plant Operator
High School Diploma · $87,820
Gas plant operators control compressors and valves to move natural gas through pipelines at the correct pressure for…
Gas Utility Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,800
Install, inspect, and maintain natural gas lines and related equipment.
Gem and Diamond Worker
High School Diploma · $52,540
Fabricate, finish, or evaluate the quality of gems and diamonds used in jewelry or industrial tools.
Gem Cutter and Lapidary
Certificate or Vocational Training · $52,540
Cut, polish, and facet gemstones and decorative stones for jewellery, collectors, and scientific specimens using…
General Contractor
Bachelor's Degree · $114,990
Oversees and manages all aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Coordinates diverse teams,…
General Electronics Repair Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $74,090
Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains a wide range of electronic equipment, from consumer devices to industrial systems.…
General Handyman
High School Diploma · $49,590
Performs a variety of repair and maintenance tasks for residential or commercial properties, including plumbing,…
General Laborer
High School Diploma · $47,120
Performs a variety of manual tasks, often requiring physical strength and endurance, to support construction,…
General Maintenance Worker
High School Diploma · $49,590
Performs routine repairs and upkeep on buildings, equipment, and grounds. Ensures facilities are safe, functional, and…
General Mechanic Helper
High School Diploma · $39,630
Assists skilled mechanics in performing maintenance, repair, and diagnostic tasks on various types of machinery,…
Geodetic Surveyor
Bachelor's Degree · $75,440
Measure large areas of the Earth's surface using satellite observations, global navigation satellite systems (GNSS),…
Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technician
Bachelor's Degree · $53,350
Geological technicians gather subsurface measurements for oil, gas, and mineral exploration companies, operating…
Geothermal Production Manager
Certificate or Vocational Training · $126,060
A geothermal production manager oversees a plant that turns underground heat into electricity, monitoring turbines and…
Geothermal Technician
High School Diploma · $49,230
Geothermal technicians monitor control panels, inspect pumps, and repair heat pump systems for power plants and…
Gilder (Architectural and Furniture)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $41,600
Apply gold, silver, and metallic leaf to architectural surfaces, furniture, picture frames, and decorative objects…
Glass Blower, Molder, Bender, and Finisher
No Formal Education Needed · $46,170
Glass blowers, molders, benders, and finishers shape molten glass by hand into functional or decorative objects,…
Glazier
High School Diploma · $57,080
Glaziers cut and install glass in storefronts, windows, and shower enclosures for contractors and building owners.…
Glazier and Glass Artist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $57,080
Cut, fit, and install glass in windows, doors, and architectural features, and create decorative stained glass, fused…
Grader and Sorter, Agricultural Products
No Formal Education Needed · $35,730
Graders and sorters inspect fresh produce on conveyor lines, checking colour, firmness, and size for food producers and…
Graffiti Removal Specialist
High School Diploma · $36,840
Remove graffiti and unwanted paint from buildings, infrastructure, and public spaces using chemical cleaning agents,…
Grinding and Polishing Worker, Hand
High School Diploma · $42,660
Grind, sand, or polish, using hand tools or hand-held power tools, a variety of metal, wood, stone, clay, plastic, or…
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $46,550
Workers in this role run grinders, lappers, and buffing wheels in manufacturing plants to strip burrs from parts and…