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 4 of 14 for Realistic careers.
678 careers in Realistic careers, page 4 of 14
Crane Operator
High School Diploma · $65,000
Operates various types of cranes to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment on construction sites or in…
Crane Operators
High School Diploma · $68,080
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in…
Crematory Operators
Bachelor's Degree · $42,880
Operate crematory equipment to reduce human or animal remains to bone fragments in accordance with state and local…
Crossing Guards and Flaggers
High School Diploma · $37,700
Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or…
Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
High School Diploma · $46,890
Set up, operate, or tend machines to crush, grind, or polish materials, such as coal, glass, grain, stone, food, or…
Custom Furniture Maker
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,000
Design, construct, and repair custom-made furniture pieces using various materials and techniques, often working…
Cutters and Trimmers, Hand
Less than High School · $38,800
Use hand tools or hand-held power tools to cut and trim a variety of manufactured items, such as carpet, fabric, stone,…
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
High School Diploma · $45,700
Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut or slice materials, such as glass, stone, cork, rubber, tobacco, food,…
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $45,590
Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic…
Data Center Technician / Data Center Engineer
Associate's or Bachelor's in IT; CompTIA Server+, vendor hardware certifications · $62,000
Maintains physical data center infrastructure including server racking, cabling, power distribution, cooling systems,…
Deckhand
High School Diploma · $42,000
Assists in the safe and efficient operation of vessels by performing essential duties such as maintaining the ship's…
Delivery Driver
High school diploma; valid driver's license required · $38,000
Transports packages, food, or goods to customers and businesses, managing routes, vehicle maintenance, and timely…
Dental Laboratory Technicians
High School Diploma · $48,310
Construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas
Less than High School · $62,740
Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.
Derrickhand
High School Diploma or GED · $65,000
Derrickhands work on oil and gas drilling rigs, operating and maintaining the drilling machinery, particularly the…
Desktop Support Technician / IT Support Tier 2
Associate's or Bachelor's in IT; CompTIA A+/Network+ certifications · $55,000
Provides advanced technical support for hardware and software issues, performing hands-on troubleshooting, system…
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Associate's Degree · $89,340
Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.
Diesel Engine Specialists
Certificate or Vocational Training · $61,770
Diagnose, adjust, repair, and overhaul buses, trucks, and various types of diesel engines, including those in…
Diesel Mechanic
Certificate or Vocational Training · $68,000
Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains diesel engines and heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety for…
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
High School Diploma · $32,670
Facilitate food service. Clean tables; remove dirty dishes; replace soiled table linens; set tables; replenish supply…
Dishwashers
High School Diploma · $33,670
Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils.
Drafting Technician
Associate's Degree · $62,000
Drafting technicians create technical drawings and plans, often using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They work…
Dredge Operators
High School Diploma · $48,430
Operate dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials in order to excavate and maintain navigable channels in…
Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $46,630
Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.
Drilling Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree · $131,000
Oversees and manages all aspects of drilling operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to regulatory…
Driver/Sales Workers
High School Diploma · $37,130
Drive truck or other vehicle over established routes or within an established territory and sell or deliver goods, such…
Drone Pilot
High School Diploma or equivalent, plus specialized certification · $65,000
Operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for aerial photography, surveying, inspections, delivery, and surveillance,…
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
Less than High School · $58,140
Apply plasterboard or other wallboard to ceilings or interior walls of buildings. Apply or mount acoustical tiles or…
Drywall Finisher
High School Diploma · $64,700
Prepares wall surfaces for painting by taping and coating joints, smoothing imperfections, and sanding to achieve a…
Drywall Installer
High School Diploma · $58,930
Installs and finishes drywall panels on walls and ceilings, ensuring smooth surfaces and proper insulation. Measures,…
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
High School Diploma · $59,600
Operate a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap subsurface water and salt deposits, to remove…
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Post-Secondary Certificate · $53,990
Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians
Associate's degree · $77,180
Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians help engineers design and develop equipment that is…
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Associate's degree · $77,180
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to…
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
High School Diploma · $61,680
Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment telemetering systems, electric…
Electrical and Electronics Drafters
Bachelor's Degree · $73,720
Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation,…
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Associate's Degree · $65,000
Assist electrical engineers in designing, developing, testing, and manufacturing electrical and electronic equipment.…
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Post-Secondary Certificate · $82,730
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation,…
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Associate's Degree · $71,300
Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay
Post-Secondary Certificate · $100,940
Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.
Electrical Engineering Technician
Associate's degree · $77,180 per year
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to…
Electrical Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $111,910
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components,…
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
High School Diploma · $92,560
Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy…
Electricians
Post-Secondary Certificate · $62,350
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with…
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
Post-Secondary Certificate · $70,760
Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate…
Electro-optics Assembly Technician
Associate's Degree · $68,000
Assembles, tests, and maintains electro-optical systems and components, ensuring precision alignment and functionality.…
Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers
High School Diploma · $61,680
Assemble or modify electromechanical equipment or devices, such as servomechanisms, gyros, dynamometers, magnetic…
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
Post-Secondary Certificate · $47,940
Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.
Electronics Assembler
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $38,000
Assembles electronic components, subassemblies, products, or systems. May work with small parts, use hand tools, and…
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Bachelor's Degree · $127,590
Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or…