Careers for people who think through their hands
Seven hundred and forty-one 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 15 of 15 for Realistic careers.
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Tool and Die Makers
Post-Secondary Certificate · $63,180
Analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and…
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
High School Diploma · $48,970
Perform precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of metal objects.
Tooling Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering) · $88,000
Designs and develops tooling, jigs, fixtures, molds, and dies for manufacturing processes, optimizing tool life,…
Traffic Technicians
High School Diploma · $58,480
Conduct field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other…
Transit and Railroad Police
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.
Transportation Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $134,830
Develop plans for surface transportation projects, according to established engineering standards and state or federal…
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation
High School Diploma · $41,540
Inspect and monitor transportation equipment, vehicles, or systems to ensure compliance with regulations and safety…
Tree Trimmers and Pruners
Less than High School · $50,430
Using sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques, cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain…
Upholsterers
High School Diploma · $46,190
Make, repair, or replace upholstery for household furniture or transportation vehicles.
Utility Lineworker
High School Diploma · $70,000
Install, repair, and maintain electrical power systems and telecommunications cables.
Veterinarians
Doctoral Degree · $125,510
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and…
Veterinary Assistant
High School Diploma · $37,320
Assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians with the daily operations of a veterinary practice, handling routine…
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
High School Diploma · $37,320
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and…
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
High School Diploma · $45,980
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals.…
Warehouse Associate
High School Diploma · $38,000
Receives, stores, and distributes materials, equipment, and products within a warehouse environment, ensuring efficient…
Warehouse Automation Engineer
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Robotics · $105,000
Designs, implements, and maintains automated warehouse systems including robotics, conveyor systems, AS/RS, and AGVs to…
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Associate's or Bachelor's in Business, Logistics, or related field · $58,000
Supervises daily warehouse floor operations including team scheduling, task assignment, quality control, and safety…
Warehouse Worker
High School Diploma · $38,000
Organizes and manages inventory within a warehouse, ensuring efficient storage, retrieval, and dispatch of goods.
Wastewater Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $70,000
Manage and operate treatment facilities to remove pollutants from wastewater before discharge.
Watch and Clock Repairers
Post-Secondary Certificate · $60,690
Repair, clean, and adjust mechanisms of timing instruments, such as watches and clocks. Includes watchmakers, watch…
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
High School Diploma · $58,260
Operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or…
Water Treatment Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $70,000
Operate and maintain equipment to purify and clarify water for human consumption and industrial use.
Water/Wastewater Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $134,830
Design or oversee projects involving provision of potable water, disposal of wastewater and sewage, or prevention of…
Wayfinding Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $89,000
Develop intuitive navigation systems for complex physical spaces, guiding users through signage, maps, and digital…
Weatherization Installers and Technicians
High School Diploma · $72,120
Perform a variety of activities to weatherize homes and make them more energy efficient. Duties include repairing…
Welder
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,000
Joins metal parts using various welding techniques, interpreting blueprints and ensuring structural integrity.
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
High School Diploma · $51,000
Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand-soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill…
Welding Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Welding Engineering/Mechanical Engineering) · $92,000
Develops and qualifies welding procedures, selects welding processes and materials, designs weld joints, and ensures…
Welding Inspector
High school diploma or equivalent, often with vocational training or an associate"s degree in welding technology or a related field. Certification, such as Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) from the American Welding Society (AWS), is typically required. · $83,000
Ensure the quality, safety, and code compliance of welded structures by performing visual inspections, reviewing…
Welding Supervisor
High School Diploma or GED; Vocational Training or Associate's Degree preferred · $75,000
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in welding and cutting of products and structures. Ensures…
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Post-Secondary Certificate · $47,060
Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines or robots that weld, braze, solder, or heat treat…
Wellhead Pumpers
High School Diploma · $70,010
Operate power pumps and auxiliary equipment to produce flow of oil or gas from wells in oil field.
Wildland Firefighter
High school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require an Associate's degree or specialized certifications. · $55,000
Wildland firefighters are specialized emergency responders who combat wildfires in forests, grasslands, and other…
Wind Energy Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $117,750
Design underground or overhead wind farm collector systems and prepare and develop site specifications.
Wind Turbine Service Technician
Associate's Degree · $61,770
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wind turbines to ensure safe and efficient electricity generation. Climb…
Wind Turbine Service Technicians
Post-Secondary Certificate · $62,580
Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving…
Wind Turbine Technician
Associate's Degree · $70,000
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain wind turbines, often working at significant heights.
Wind Turbine Technician (Offshore)
Associate's Degree · $90,000
Maintain, inspect, and repair offshore wind turbines, performing scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs on complex…
Winemaker
Master's Degree · $59,898
Oversees the entire winemaking process, from grape harvesting to bottling.
Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing
High School Diploma · $40,440
Set up, operate, or tend woodworking machines, such as drill presses, lathes, shapers, routers, sanders, planers, and…
Zookeeper
Associate's Degree · $40,000
Cares for animals in zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning enclosures,…