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 5 of 14 for Realistic careers.
678 careers in Realistic careers, page 5 of 14
Electronics Repairer
Postsecondary nondegree award · $55,000
Repairs, maintains, and installs electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.…
Electronics Technician
Associate's Degree · $55,000
Installs, tests, repairs, and maintains a broad range of electronic equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance…
Electronics Technicians
Associate's degree · $65,000
Install, maintain, and repair electronic equipment. Apply electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits,…
Electroplating Technician
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or associate's degree often preferred. · $55,000
Electroplating Technicians coat objects in thin layers of metal using the process of electroplating. They direct,…
Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers
High School Diploma · $106,580
Assemble, install, repair, or maintain electric or hydraulic freight or passenger elevators, escalators, or dumbwaiters.
Embalmers
Associate's Degree · $56,280
Prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements.
Endoscopy Technicians
High School Diploma · $47,300
Maintain a sterile field to provide support for physicians and nurses during endoscopy procedures. Prepare and maintain…
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Bachelor's Degree · $117,750
Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency…
Engine and Other Machine Assemblers
High School Diploma · $52,540
Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as engines, turbines, and similar equipment used in such industries as…
Entry-level Manufacturing Associate
High School Diploma · $45,000
Operate and maintain production machinery, assemble components, and inspect finished products to ensure quality…
Environmental Engineering Technician
Associate's Degree · $58,890
Collects and analyzes environmental samples, performs field and office environmental quality work, and assists…
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Bachelor's Degree · $58,890
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the…
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
Bachelor's Degree · $49,490
Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those…
Environmental Science Technician
Associate's Degree · $50,000
Collect and analyse environmental samples to including air, water, and soil to to monitor pollution levels, assess…
Environmental Services Aide
High School Diploma · $35,000
Maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe environment within healthcare facilities or other institutions by performing…
Environmental Technician
Associate's Degree · $49,490
Monitors environmental quality, investigates sources of pollution, and ensures compliance with environmental…
Equipment Maintenance Technician
Post-secondary certificate · $60,000
Maintain and repair machines, mechanical equipment, or building structures by performing routine maintenance,…
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
High School Diploma · $52,550
Operate or tend machinery at surface mining site, equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose…
Exercise Physiologists
Bachelor's Degree · $58,160
Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to…
Exhibit Fabricator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,000
Constructs and installs custom exhibits, displays, and interactive installations for museums, trade shows, and…
Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters
High School Diploma · $59,110
Place and detonate explosives to demolish structures or to loosen, remove, or displace earth, rock, or other materials.…
Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $46,980
Set up, operate, or tend machines to extrude or draw thermoplastic or metal materials into tubes, rods, hoses, wire,…
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
High School Diploma · $67,670
Draw and construct sets of precision master fabric patterns or layouts. May also mark and cut fabrics and apparel.
Fabricator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,000
Constructs and assembles metal products and structures by cutting, shaping, and welding materials according to…
Facilities Manager (Commercial Real Estate)
Bachelor's in Facilities Management, Engineering, or Business; CFM or FMP certification valued · $82,000
Oversees the physical operations and maintenance of commercial buildings, managing HVAC, electrical, plumbing,…
Fallers
Less than High School · $53,900
Use axes or chainsaws to fell trees using knowledge of tree characteristics and cutting techniques to control direction…
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians
Post-Secondary Certificate · $52,080
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and…
Farm Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Oversees daily operations of a farm, managing crops, livestock, and personnel to ensure productivity and profitability.…
Farm Operations Manager
High school diploma or equivalent · $87,980 per year
Oversees the daily operations of farms, ranches, or other agricultural facilities, ensuring efficient production of…
Farm Worker
High School Diploma · $35,000
Performs a variety of tasks related to crop cultivation and livestock care, ensuring efficient agricultural operations.…
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
Less than High School · $35,690
Manually plant, cultivate, and harvest vegetables, fruits, nuts, horticultural specialties, and field crops. Use hand…
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
Some College · $36,150
Attend to live farm, ranch, open range or aquacultural animals that may include cattle, sheep, swine, goats, horses and…
Fence Erectors
High School Diploma · $46,940
Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.
Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators
High School Diploma · $45,760
Laminate layers of fiberglass on molds to form boat decks and hulls, bodies for golf carts, automobiles, or other…
Field Operator
High school diploma or equivalent; some college or technical training preferred · $75,000
Operate and maintain a variety of oil, gas, or mining machines and equipment on designated sites, ensuring safe and…
Field Service Engineer
Associate's Degree · $85,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs complex equipment at customer locations, ensuring optimal performance and client…
Field Service Engineer (Technical Support)
Bachelor's degree · $85,000
Field Service Engineers install, maintain, and repair complex machinery and systems at client sites. They diagnose…
Field Service Technician (IT)
Associate's in IT or trade certification; CompTIA A+/Network+; vendor-specific certifications · $52,000
Provides on-site IT support at client locations or remote offices, installing, configuring, and repairing hardware,…
Field Service Technician (Oil & Gas)
Postsecondary Non-degree Award · $75,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment used in oil and gas extraction and processing. Works on-site, often in…
Field Service Technician (Pumps)
High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's Degree or vocational training preferred · $65,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs various types of pumps and pumping systems. This often involves troubleshooting…
Field Service Technician (various industries)
Associate's Degree or Vocational Training · $60,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment and systems in various industries, often working on-site at client…
Fire Inspectors and Investigators
Post-Secondary Certificate · $78,060
Inspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws, or investigate and gather facts…
Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $117,750
Research causes of fires, determine fire protection methods, and design or recommend materials or equipment such as…
Firefighters
High School Diploma · $59,530
Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk.…
Fish and Game Wardens
Bachelor's Degree · $68,180
Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by…
Fisherman
High School Diploma · $40,000
Operate fishing vessels and gear to catch fish and other aquatic animals for commercial or subsistence purposes.
Fishing and Hunting Workers
Less than High School · $42,580
Hunt, trap, catch, or gather wild animals or aquatic animals and plants. May use nets, traps, or other equipment. May…
Fleet Manager / Fleet Operations Director
Bachelor's in Logistics, Business, or Fleet Management · $88,000
Manages vehicle fleet operations including acquisition, maintenance, driver management, fuel optimization, and…
Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles
High School Diploma · $54,340
Apply blocks, strips, or sheets of shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, or decorative coverings to floors.
Floor Sanders and Finishers
Less than High School · $49,150
Scrape and sand wooden floors to smooth surfaces using floor scraper and floor sanding machine, and apply coats of…