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 8 of 14 for Realistic careers.
678 careers in Realistic careers, page 8 of 14
Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall
High School Diploma · $48,680
Line and cover structures with insulating materials. May work with batt, roll, or blown insulation materials.
Insulation Workers, Mechanical
High School Diploma · $57,250
Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain…
Ironworker
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $60,000
Assemble, erect, and dismantle structural steel frameworks and other metal parts of buildings, bridges, roads, and…
Irrigation Specialist
High School Diploma · $55,000
Designs, installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems for agricultural, commercial, and residential landscapes…
Irrigation Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $56,550
Install, maintain, and repair agricultural and landscape irrigation systems, including plumbing and sprinkler…
IT Support Specialist
Associate's or Bachelor's in IT or related field; certifications accepted · $55,000
Provides technical assistance to end users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues, and maintaining IT…
Janitor
No formal educational credential · $32,000
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of buildings, performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and emptying…
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
High School Diploma · $35,930
Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs,…
Jeweler
High School Diploma · $49,140 per year
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 · $49,140
Designs, fabricates, adjusts, repairs, or appraises jewelry, gold, silver, other precious metals, or gems.
Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers
High School Diploma · $49,140
Design, fabricate, adjust, repair, or appraise jewelry, gold, silver, other precious metals, or gems.
Journeyman Electrician
High School Diploma or GED; Apprenticeship · $70,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.…
Junior Linux Administrator
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Manage the installation, maintenance, and operation of Linux servers and infrastructure, troubleshooting issues,…
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Assists in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of mechanical systems and components. Works under the…
Kennel Assistant
High School Diploma · $32,000
Provide daily care, feeding, and exercise for animals in a kennel or animal shelter environment.
Kennel Attendant
High School Diploma or GED · $28,000
Care for animals by feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, and monitoring their health and well-being in kennel,…
Kitchen Helper
High School Diploma · $30,000
Assists cooks and chefs in food preparation, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and organizes supplies. Performs routine…
Kitchen Porter
High School Diploma · $38,000
Maintains cleanliness and organization within a commercial kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing equipment, and…
Lab Assistant
High school diploma with science and math coursework, some post-secondary education or training, or an Associate's degree. · $60,268 per year
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 · $38,940
Manually move freight, stock, luggage, or other materials, or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers…
Land Development Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering) · $90,000
Designs site plans, grading, utilities, and infrastructure for residential, commercial, and mixed-use land development…
Landscape Architects
Bachelor's Degree · $79,660
Plan and design land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals,…
Landscaper
High School Diploma · $45,000
Designs, installs, and maintains outdoor spaces, enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality for clients.
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
Less than High School · $38,090
Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. Workers typically perform a variety…
Landscaping Worker
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $35,000
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 · $48,620
Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials,…
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers
Less than High School · $33,800
Operate or tend washing or dry-cleaning machines to wash or dry-clean industrial or household articles, such as cloth…
Law Enforcement Officer
Associate's Degree · $69,000
Protects lives and property by enforcing laws, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, and maintaining public…
Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic
High School Diploma · $61,870
Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes,…
Lead Equipment Operator
High School Diploma · $68,000
Operate and maintain heavy equipment, oversee junior operators, and ensure project safety and efficiency on…
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
Less than High School · $33,720
Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.
Light Truck Drivers
High School Diploma · $44,140
Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW),…
Lighting Technicians
Associate's Degree · $60,560
Set up, maintain, and dismantle light fixtures, lighting control devices, and the associated lighting electrical and…
Line Cook
High School Diploma · $38,000
Prepares food items according to recipes and quality standards, ensuring efficient and timely service in a fast-paced…
Live Event Technician
High School Diploma · $50,000
Sets up, operates, and maintains audio, video, lighting, and staging equipment for live events such as concerts,…
Live Truck Operator / ENG Technician
Associate's or Bachelor's in Broadcast Technology or Electronics · $48,000
Operates electronic news gathering equipment and satellite/microwave live trucks to transmit live broadcasts from field…
Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
High School Diploma · $68,860
Operate underground loading or moving machine to load or move coal, ore, or rock using shuttle or mine car or…
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
High School Diploma · $50,490
Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.
Locomotive Engineer Trainee
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or some college preferred. · $65,000
Operates trains that transport passengers or freight. Trainees undergo extensive training to learn railway operating…
Locomotive Engineers
High School Diploma · $77,400
Drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives to transport passengers or freight.…
Logging Equipment Operators
Less than High School · $49,210
Drive logging tractor or wheeled vehicle equipped with one or more accessories, such as bulldozer blade, frontal shear,…
Low Voltage Technician
High School Diploma or Equivalent; Postsecondary non-degree award or Associate's degree often preferred · $55,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs low-voltage electronic systems such as security alarms, telecommunications,…
Lube Technician
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred · $40,000
Performs routine maintenance on vehicles, including oil changes, tire rotations, and fluid checks. Inspects vehicles…
Machine Feeders and Offbearers
High School Diploma · $39,700
Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.
Machine Operator Assistant
High School Diploma or GED · $38,000
Assists machine operators in setting up, operating, and maintaining machinery. Responsibilities include loading…
Machine Operator Assistant (Production)
High School Diploma or GED · $38,000
Assists machine operators in setting up, operating, and maintaining machinery. Responsibilities include loading…
Machinery Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $65,000
Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy machinery and industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Machinists
High School Diploma · $56,150
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. Includes…
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Associate's Degree · $88,180
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being…
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Less than High School · $34,660
Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as…