Careers for Realistic thinkers
Six hundred and seventy-eight 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 3 of 14 for Realistic careers.
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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
High School Diploma · $57,090
Operate or tend equipment to control chemical changes or reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer…
Chemical Mixing Operator
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $49,000
Operates and monitors chemical mixing equipment to blend raw materials according to specifications. Ensures product…
Chemical Plant and System Operators
High School Diploma · $73,540
Control or operate entire chemical processes or system of machines.
Chemical Plant Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $70,000
Operates and monitors chemical processing equipment, ensuring safe and efficient production of chemical products.…
Civil Engineering Technician
Associate's Degree · $64,200
Assists civil engineers in planning, designing, and overseeing construction projects, ensuring technical specifications…
Civil Engineering Technicians
Associate's Degree · $64,200
Assist civil engineers in planning, designing, and building infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges,…
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Post-Secondary Certificate · $64,200
Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of…
Civil Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $99,590
Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures…
Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment
High School Diploma · $35,270
Wash or otherwise clean vehicles, machinery, and other equipment. Use such materials as water, cleaning agents,…
Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Tenders
High School Diploma · $41,460
Operate or tend machines to wash or clean products, such as barrels or kegs, glass items, tin plate, food, pulp, coal,…
Cloud Security Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $111,910
Protects cloud-based systems, networks, and data from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
CNC Machine Operators
High School Diploma · $45,000
Operate computer-controlled machines to perform precise manufacturing tasks, including cutting, drilling, shaping, and…
CNC Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,000
Operates computer-controlled machines to produce precision parts from various materials. Sets up, adjusts, and…
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
High School Diploma · $47,590
Set up, operate, or tend spraying or rolling machines to coat or paint any of a wide variety of products, including…
Coffee Roaster
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $45,000
Operates coffee roasting equipment to transform green coffee beans into roasted coffee, developing specific flavor…
Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
High School Diploma · $47,350
Install, service, adjust, or repair coin, vending, or amusement machines including video games, juke boxes, pinball…
Cold Chain Logistics Manager
Bachelor's in Logistics, Food Science, or Pharmaceutical Sciences · $95,000
Manages temperature-controlled supply chain operations for pharmaceuticals, food, and perishable goods, ensuring…
Commercial Divers
Post-Secondary Certificate · $61,130
Work below surface of water, using surface-supplied air or scuba equipment to inspect, repair, remove, or install…
Commercial Drone Pilot / Operator
Associate's Degree · $122,670
Operates advanced unmanned aerial vehicles for agriculture, real estate, filmmaking, infrastructure inspection, and…
Commercial Truck Driver
High School Diploma · $58,640
Operates heavy-duty trucks and tractor-trailer combinations to transport goods and materials over long distances.…
Commissioning Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering) · $100,000
Manages the commissioning and startup of new industrial facilities, power plants, and process systems, verifying that…
Commissioning Technician
Associate's degree · $75,000
Commissioning technicians are responsible for the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and operational handover of…
Composite Technician
High School Diploma or Equivalent; some vocational training or associate's degree preferred · $50,000
Composite technicians fabricate, repair, and maintain components made from composite materials like carbon fiber,…
Computer Hardware Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $155,020
Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or…
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators
High School Diploma · $49,970
Operate computer-controlled tools, machines, or robots to machine or process parts, tools, or other work pieces made of…
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
Associate's Degree · $46,860
Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office…
Construction and Building Inspectors
High School Diploma · $72,120
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications,…
Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician
Postsecondary Nondegree Award · $60,000
Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy construction equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, excavators, and loaders.…
Construction Equipment Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $65,000
Operates heavy machinery to move earth, materials, and other objects on construction sites, ensuring projects are…
Construction Helper
High school diploma or equivalent · $38,000
Assists skilled tradespeople, such as carpenters, masons, and electricians, on construction sites. Duties include…
Construction Laborers
High School Diploma · $46,730
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air…
Construction Project Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering/Construction Management) · $85,000
Provides on-site engineering support during construction, managing submittals, RFIs, change orders, quality control,…
Construction Supervisor
Associate's Degree · $85,000
Oversees and manages construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to safety standards,…
Construction Worker
High School Diploma · $50,000
Constructs, maintains, and repairs buildings and infrastructure. Performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor…
Continuous Mining Machine Operators
High School Diploma · $63,380
Operate self-propelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the mine face…
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers (Industrial)
High School Diploma · $55,000
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators,…
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
High School Diploma · $74,690
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators,…
Control Room Operator
High School Diploma or GED; some college or vocational training preferred · $65,000 - $75,000
Monitors and controls complex systems and equipment from a central control room, often in industries like power…
Control Room Operator (Other Industries)
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $65,000
Monitors and controls complex systems and equipment from a central control room, ensuring efficient and safe operation.…
Controls Engineer (Mechanical Systems)
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering) · $98,000
Designs and programs control systems for mechanical and electromechanical equipment including PLCs, motion controllers,…
Conveyor Operators and Tenders
Less than High School · $41,230
Control or tend conveyors or conveyor systems that move materials or products to and from stockpiles, processing…
Cooks, Fast Food
High School Diploma · $30,160
Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of these cooks are limited to preparation…
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
High School Diploma · $36,450
Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.
Cooks, Private Household
Post-Secondary Certificate · $44,530
Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.
Cooks, Restaurant
High School Diploma · $36,830
Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep…
Cooks, Short Order
High School Diploma · $35,620
Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. May take orders from customers…
Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders
Less than High School · $40,160
Operate or tend equipment such as cooling and freezing units, refrigerators, batch freezers, and freezing tunnels, to…
Correctional Officers and Jailers
High School Diploma · $57,970
Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May…
Craft Apprentice
High School Diploma · $58,240
Assists skilled tradespersons in learning a craft through hands-on training and mentorship, developing practical skills…
Crane and Tower Operators
Post-Secondary Certificate · $66,370
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in…