Category
Installation, Maintenance and Repair
Technicians, mechanics and installers keep buildings, vehicles and equipment running. Most learn through apprenticeships, trade school or on-the-job training, and many trades need a license. Each profile covers the pay, the training route, the certifications and the outlook.
43 professions in this category
Auto Body Technician
Repair vehicle bodies, straighten frames, and restore damaged cars to manufacturer standards.
Average salary
$54,890
Auto Mechanic
Inspects, maintains and repairs cars and light trucks, using diagnostic computers as well as hand tools.
Average salary
$50,620
Boilermaker
Assemble, install, and maintain boilers, pressure vessels, and large metal tanks across industrial sites.
Average salary
$73,000
Bricklayer
Bricklayers build and repair walls, chimneys, and structures using bricks, concrete blocks, and stone.
Average salary
$62,120
Building Inspector
Building inspectors examine construction projects to ensure safety and code compliance.
Average salary
$74,690
Carpenter
Builds, installs and repairs building frameworks, concrete forms, cabinets, floors and trim.
Average salary
$60,580
Construction Foreman
Runs a construction crew on site: assigns work, reads plans, enforces safety and keeps the job on schedule.
Average salary
$79,920
Construction Laborer
Does the physical work on construction sites: digging, hauling, site prep, cleanup and helping the trades.
Average salary
$47,120
Construction Manager
Plan, budget, and lead construction projects from blueprint review through final inspections.
Average salary
$114,990
Construction Superintendent
Direct day-to-day operations, safety, and trade crews on active construction job sites.
Average salary
$114,990
Cost Estimator
Cost estimators calculate the time, money, materials, and labor required for projects.
Average salary
$78,740
Diesel Mechanic
Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel trucks, buses, and heavy vehicle systems.
Average salary
$61,770
Drywall Finisher
Drywall finishers seal joints, apply compound, and sand walls to create smooth interior surfaces.
Average salary
$52,800
Electrician
Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring, lighting, power and control systems in buildings.
Average salary
$63,190
Electrician Apprentice
Learn electrical work on the job while assisting licensed electricians with wiring and installations.
Average salary
$42,670
Elevator Technician
Elevator technicians install, service, and modernize elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.
Average salary
$109,910
Fence Installer
Fence installers measure, dig, set posts, and assemble fences and gates on outdoor sites.
Average salary
$47,980
Field Service Technician
Field service technicians travel to client sites to install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
Average salary
$49,230
Framer
Framers construct the structural wood and material skeletons for residential and commercial buildings.
Average salary
$56,800
Garage Door Technician
Install, service, and repair residential and commercial garage doors, openers, and high-tension springs.
Average salary
$55,720
Handyman
Fix, maintain, and update residential and commercial buildings through hands-on repair work.
Average salary
$46,000
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Keep bulldozers, excavators and heavy industrial machinery running through repair and maintenance.
Average salary
$65,510
Heavy Equipment Operator
Heavy equipment operators run earthmoving machinery on construction sites to prepare and grade ground.
Average salary
$59,850
Highway Maintenance Worker
Maintain and repair roads, highways, and roadside infrastructure in all weather conditions.
Average salary
$50,260
HVAC Technician
Install, diagnose, and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation systems in homes and commercial buildings.
Average salary
$61,010
Industrial Mechanic
Industrial mechanics maintain, troubleshoot, and repair factory machinery and mechanical systems.
Average salary
$64,520
Lineman
Linemen build and fix overhead and underground power lines to keep electricity flowing.
Average salary
$95,320
Locksmith
Install, repair, and rekey locks, cut keys, and respond to residential, commercial, and vehicle lockouts.
Average salary
$50,000
Maintenance Supervisor
Leads a crew of mechanics and technicians, schedules repairs and keeps equipment and buildings running safely.
Average salary
$79,860
Maintenance Technician
Keeps buildings, machines and equipment running through preventive maintenance and hands-on repairs.
Average salary
$49,590
Marine Mechanic
Marine mechanics inspect, maintain, and repair boat engines, steering, and electrical systems.
Average salary
$57,550
Millwright
Install, align, maintain, and repair heavy industrial machinery across manufacturing and power plants.
Average salary
$65,700
Painter
Painters prepare surfaces and apply paint, primer, and coatings to protect and finish buildings.
Average salary
$49,400
Paver Installer
Paver installers build durable outdoor patios, walkways, and driveways using segmental pavers.
Average salary
$49,910
Plumber
Install and repair water, drain, and gas piping systems in residential and commercial buildings.
Average salary
$63,800
Plumber Apprentice
A plumber apprentice learns the plumbing trade through hands-on work alongside experienced journeymen.
Average salary
$42,360
Rigger
Riggers secure, balance, and direct heavy loads moved by cranes, hoists, and industrial equipment.
Average salary
$62,640
Roofer
Install and repair roofs using shingles, metal panels, tiles, and membranes on building sites.
Average salary
$55,440
Scaffolder
Erect and dismantle temporary scaffold structures, install safety gear, and inspect builds on job sites.
Average salary
$60,580
Sheet Metal Worker
Fabricate, assemble, and install metal ductwork, roofing, and structural parts for buildings.
Average salary
$61,800
Solar Panel Installer
Assemble, mount, and wire solar photovoltaic systems on roofs and ground mounts.
Average salary
$53,140
Tire Technician
Tire technicians mount, balance, and repair tires to keep passenger and commercial vehicles safe.
Average salary
$37,710
Window Installer
Window installers measure, fit, seal, and secure window units on residential and commercial job sites.
Average salary
$50,000
