Skilled Trades Careers List

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Flooring Installer

Apply blocks, strips, or sheets of shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, or decorative coverings to floors.

Tile Setter

Apply hard tile, stone, and comparable materials to walls, floors, ceilings, countertops, and roof decks.

Truck Driver

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators run industrial trucks or tractors to transport materials or products

Crane Operator

Crane & Tower Operators operate cranes and other moving and lifting equipment to load and unload ships, move materials in construction and other industries, and perform other heavy and specialized lifting and transporting work

Subway Operator

Subway and streetcar operators drive buses or trains on fixed routes

Bus Driver

Bus drivers transport passengers in a bus or van. They drive along set routes and may pick up and drop off passengers at scheduled stops. They may also transport passengers to and from airports, train stations, and other locations

Recycling Coordinator

Recycling coordinators plan and direct the activities of workers who collect and process recyclable materials

Painter

Painting, coating, and decorating workers apply paint, plaster, or other finish to interior or exterior surfaces of buildings, bridges, or other structures

Dental Tech

Dental laboratory technicians work in dental offices, hospitals, and other health care facilities. They prepare and repair artificial teeth, crowns, and other dental appliances

Chemical Plant

Operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or combine materials, to produce a desired product or products

Water Treatment

Water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators control and operate equipment that treats water and wastewater

Cabinetmaker

Cabinetmakers and bench carpenters build and repair wooden cabinets and furniture

Welder

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, & Brazers install, maintain, or repair pipes, boilers, engines, or other equipment that moves or controls water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases

Machinists

Machinists use machine tools to make precision parts and to cut, shape, and finish metal

Tool and Die Maker

Set up, operate, or tend machines that drill, bore, ream, mill, grind, or broach metal or plastic work pieces

Baker

Bakers make and decorate cakes, cookies, and other pastries

Metal Fabricator

Structural metal fabricators and fitters assemble, fit, and erect structural metal products

Commercial Diver

Wind Service

Wind turbine service technicians install, maintain, and repair wind turbines

Electrical Power-Line

Electrical Power-Line Installers & Repairers install or repair cables and wires that carry electricity to businesses and homes

Appliance Repair

Home appliance repairers fix household appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, and washing machines

HVAC Tech

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers, also called HVACR mechanics, install, service, and repair heating and air conditioning systems in homes, businesses, and other buildings.

Bike Mechanic

Bicycle mechanics and service technicians and mechanics build as well as repair and maintain bikes for both competitive and recreational athletes.

Equipment Mechanics

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics maintain and repair construction and mining equipment

Automotive Mechanics

Automotive service technicians and mechanics repair and maintain automobiles, trucks, and other vehicles

Auto Glass

Install and repair vehicle windshields and windows

Auto Body

Automotive body and related repairers repair and replace damaged vehicle bodies, such as fenders, hoods, and roofs

Aircraft Maintenance

Aircraft mechanics and service technicians repair and maintain aircraft, aircraft engines, and aircraft components

Roughneck Oil

Roustabouts, oil & gas, clean up oil spills and repair oil rigs

Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, & Blasters

Explosives Worker

Explosives workers, ordnance handling experts, and blasters use explosives to blast through rock, earth, and other substances

Earth Driller

Earth Drillers are responsible for drilling holes in the ground to extract natural resources

Oil Operator

Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas are responsible for operating derricks to drill wells

Highway worker

Highway maintenance workers repair and maintain roads, highways, and bridges

Solar Installer

Solar photovoltaic installers install solar panels on rooftops or other structures

Sheet Metal

Sheet metal workers install and repair ducts, vents, and other metal air conduits

Roofer

Roofers install, repair, and maintain roofs

Plasterer

Plasterers and stucco masons apply plaster, stucco, and other materials to walls and ceilings to provide a smooth, level surface

Plumber

Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters install and repair pipes that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases

Insulator

Insulation workers, floor, ceiling, and wall install or repair insulation in heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems

Electrician

Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures

Drywaller

Drywall & Ceiling Tile Installers install drywall and ceiling tiles in residential and commercial buildings

Machine Operator

Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators run construction equipment such as bulldozers, excavating equipment, and other heavy machinery

Paver

Paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators lay asphalt, concrete, or other paving material on roads and streets

Construction Laborers

Construction

Construction laborers build and repair structures, such as roads, buildings, and bridges

Cement Mason

Cement masons and concrete finishers work with concrete and cement to build and repair structures

Carpet Installer

Carpet installers install carpeting in homes and offices

Carpenter

Carpenters build, install, and repair structures made of wood

Brick Mason

Brickmasons and blockmasons are skilled craftsmen who work with bricks, concrete blocks, and other masonry materials to build walls, partitions, and other structures

Boilermaker

Boilermakers install, maintain, and repair boilers, tanks, and other large metal containers used to store liquids and gases

Farm Worker

Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, & Aquacultural Animals

Greenhouse Manager

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse workers perform a variety of tasks in the production of crops and plants

Agricultural Operator

Operate or tend agricultural machinery, such as tractors, harvesters, and cotton gins

Agricultural Inspectors

Agricultural inspectors inspect crops, livestock, and agricultural products to ensure that they meet government standards

Medical Admins

Medical secretaries and administrative assistants perform a variety of administrative tasks in the offices of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities

Cargo Agent

Cargo and freight agents receive and send shipments of freight and cargo by air, rail, truck, or water. They also handle the billing and collection of freight charges

Skincare Specialists

Skincare Specialist

Skincare Specialists provide beauty treatments to clients, such as facials, manicures, and pedicures

Manicurist

Manicurists and pedicurists shape, trim, and paint fingernails and toenails

Hairdresser

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists cut, color, and style hair, and give facials and other skin treatments

Animal Caretaker

Animal caretakers provide care for animals in zoos, aquariums, wildlife centers, and other animal care facilities

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, & Applicators, Vegetation

Pesticides

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, & Applicators, Vegetation are responsible for applying pesticides to crops, forests, and other vegetation

Pest Control

Pest control workers control the population of insects, rodents, and other pests that can damage crops, livestock, and property

Cleaner

Maids and housekeeping cleaners clean rooms in hotels, hospitals, and private homes

Cooks

Cooks, restaurant, prepare and cook food in restaurants

Police Officer

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers protect lives and property. They also enforce laws and ordinances, regulate traffic, and arrest violators

Fire Inspectors & Investigators

Fire Inspector

Fire inspectors and investigators inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce fire safety codes

Firefighter

Firefighters are responsible for protecting lives and property from fires

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research, or blood donations.

Dental Assistant

Dental assistants perform a variety of duties, ranging from providing patient care and taking x-rays to recordkeeping and scheduling appointments

Massage

Massage therapists use their hands to manipulate soft tissues of the body to improve health and well-being

Physical Therapist Aides

Physical Therapist

Physical therapist aides help physical therapists provide physical therapy treatments and care to patients

Nursing Assistant

Nursing assistants provide basic care for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and similar institutions

Personal Care

Personal care aides help people who are sick, injured, or elderly to live in their own homes

Home Caretaker

Home health aides help patients who are recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. They assist patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and preparing meals

Medical Records

Medical records specialists are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of patient records and ensuring that they are accessible to authorized personnel

Licensed Nurse (LPN)

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses (LPNs and LVNs) provide basic health care services under the direction of physicians and registered nurses

Paramedic

Paramedics are responsible for providing emergency medical care to patients.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurses provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members

Video Editor

Film and video editors edit motion picture soundtracks, dialogue, and visual effects

Sound Engineer

Sound engineering technicians set up, operate, and maintain sound reinforcement systems, such as public address systems, sound systems for theaters, and sound systems for sports arenas

Broadcast Technicians

Broadcast Tech

Broadcast technicians set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs

AV technician

Audio and video technicians set up and operate audio and video equipment for live events, television, and motion pictures

Fashion Designers

Fashion Designer

Fashion designers create original clothing and accessories

Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, & Secondary School

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, & Secondary School are responsible for assisting teachers with classroom activities

Paralegals & Legal Assistants

Paralegal

Paralegals and legal assistants perform a variety of duties, depending on their level of experience and the needs of their employer. They may conduct legal research, draft legal documents, interview clients and witnesses, and prepare legal cases for trial

Community Health Workers

Community Health

Community health workers are employed by health care organizations to provide health care services to individuals and families in their homes and communities

Conservation Tech

Forest and conservation technicians work in the field of forestry and conservation. They are responsible for the management of forests and natural resources

Nuclear Tech

Nuclear monitoring technicians monitor the radiation levels of nuclear power plants

Geological Technicians

Geological Tech

Geological technicians assist geologists in the search for natural resources

Chemical Tech

A chemical technician is a person who works in a laboratory setting and performs a variety of tasks

Bio Manufacturer

Biological technicians work in laboratories and other facilities that perform tests on living organisms. They assist scientists in research and development, and may also work in the production of food, drugs, and other products

Landscape Architects

Landscape architects design parks, gardens, and other outdoor spaces

Food Service Manager

Food service managers are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a restaurant or other food service establishment

Farm Manager

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers operate their own farms or ranches. They make business decisions about the operation of their farms or ranches, such as what crops to plant, how to raise livestock, and how to sell their products

Industrial Production

Industrial Production

Industrial Production Managers plan, direct, or coordinate the manufacturing and distribution of products

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