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 9 of 17 for Realistic careers.
830 careers in Realistic careers, page 9 of 17
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technician
Associate's Degree · $66,120
Industrial engineering technologists and technicians measure cycle times, adjust station layouts, and write operating…
Industrial Equipment Operator
High School Diploma · $59,850
Operates heavy machinery and equipment used in construction, manufacturing, mining, and other industrial settings to…
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Certificate or Vocational Training · $64,520
Industrial machinery mechanics repair and maintain production equipment in plants ranging from bottling facilities to…
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Certificate or Vocational Training · $64,520
Installs, maintains, and repairs industrial production and processing machinery. Diagnoses mechanical issues, performs…
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $64,520
Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in…
Industrial Mechanic
High School Diploma · $64,520
Repair, install, adjust, and maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline…
Industrial Pipefitter
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,800
Fabricate, install, and maintain high-pressure pipework systems for oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and…
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,…
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,…
Instrument Bow Maker (Archetier)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,080
Design and craft bows for stringed instruments including violin, viola, cello, and double bass bows from pernambuco,…
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Associate's Degree · $103,020
Install, maintain, and repair complex control systems and instrumentation used in industrial processes.
Instrumentation Technician
Associate's Degree · $78,190
Installs, maintains, calibrates, and repairs industrial measuring and control instruments, ensuring optimal performance…
Insulation Installer
No Formal Education Needed · $49,120
Install insulation materials in buildings to regulate temperature and reduce energy consumption.
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…
Ironworker
High School Diploma · $62,780
Assemble, erect, and dismantle structural steel frameworks and other metal parts of buildings, bridges, roads, and…
Irrigation and Water Management Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $39,150
Design, install, and maintain irrigation systems for agricultural, horticultural, and landscape applications, ensuring…
Irrigation Specialist
High School Diploma · $39,150
Designs, installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems for agricultural, commercial, and residential landscapes…
Irrigation Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $39,150
Install, maintain, and repair agricultural and landscape irrigation systems, including plumbing and sprinkler…
IT Support Specialist
Associate's Degree · $61,860
Provides technical assistance to end users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues, and maintaining IT…
Janitor
No Formal Education Needed · $36,840
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of buildings, performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and emptying…
Janitor and Cleaner, Except Maid and Housekeeping Cleaner
High School Diploma · $36,840
Janitors clean floors, empty bins, wash windows, and clear walkways for offices, schools, and factories. They also…
Jeweler
High School Diploma · $52,540
Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers design, construct, adjust, repair, appraise, and sell jewelry and related…
Jeweler and Precious Stone and Metal Worker
High School Diploma · $52,540
Designs, fabricates, adjusts, repairs, or appraises jewelry, gold, silver, other precious metals, or gems.
Jeweller (Bench Jeweller)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $52,540
Design and fabricate fine jewellery in precious metals and gemstones using bench jewellery techniques including sawing,…
Journeyman Electrician
High School Diploma · $63,190
Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.…
Junior Linux Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $99,130
Manage the installation, maintenance, and operation of Linux servers and infrastructure, troubleshooting issues,…
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $104,110
Assists in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of mechanical systems and components. Works under the…
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,…
Kitchen and Bathroom Fitter
Certificate or Vocational Training · $60,580
Supply and install complete kitchen and bathroom suites, including cabinetry, worktops, tiling, plumbing connections,…
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,…
Knifemaker
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,080
Design and forge or stock-remove custom knives including kitchen knives, hunting knives, and folding knives from…
Lab Assistant
Associate's Degree · $62,930
Lab Assistants perform a variety of essential tasks within clinical and research laboratories. Their responsibilities…
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,…
Land Development Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $100,840
Designs site plans, grading, utilities, and infrastructure for residential, commercial, and mixed-use land development…
Landscape Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $79,870
Plan and design land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals,…
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…
Law Enforcement Officer
Associate's Degree · $76,210
Protects lives and property by enforcing laws, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, and maintaining public…
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…
Lead Equipment Operator
High School Diploma · $59,850
Operate and maintain heavy equipment, oversee junior operators, and ensure project safety and efficiency on…
Lead Liner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,440
Fabricate and install lead sheet roofing, flashings, valleys, dormers, and ornamental lead work on heritage and…
Leatherworker
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,080
Design and craft leather goods including bags, wallets, belts, shoes, saddles, and bespoke accessories using…
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Worker
No Formal Education Needed · $33,580
Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.