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Fence Erectors

Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.

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Median pay

$46,940
Median annual pay for Fence Erectors.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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10-year growth

4.6%
Projected employment growth from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Annual openings

2,300
Projected annual openings, including growth and replacement demand.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Employment

26,400
Estimated U.S. employment for Fence Erectors in 2024.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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Jobs added or lost

+1,200
Projected numeric employment change from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Entry preparation

No formal educational credential
Typical additional preparation: Moderate-term on-the-job training.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024 profile
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What the work involves

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Essential skills

  1. 1Active Listening
  2. 2Critical Thinking
  3. 3Monitoring
  4. 4Speaking
  5. 5Reading Comprehension
  6. 6Active Learning

Knowledge areas

  1. 1Customer and Personal Service
  2. 2Building and Construction
  3. 3Transportation
  4. 4Administration and Management
  5. 5Design
  6. 6Mathematics

Abilities

  1. 1Manual Dexterity
  2. 2Trunk Strength
  3. 3Multilimb Coordination
  4. 4Static Strength
  5. 5Arm-Hand Steadiness
  6. 6Finger Dexterity

Career interests

  1. 1Realistic
  2. 2Conventional
  3. 3Investigative
  4. 4Artistic
  5. 5Social
  6. 6Enterprising

Work styles

  1. 1Dependability
  2. 2Attention to Detail
  3. 3Cautiousness
  4. 4Perseverance
  5. 5Achievement Orientation
  6. 6Integrity

Work activities

  1. 1Controlling Machines and Processes
  2. 2Performing General Physical Activities
  3. 3Getting Information
  4. 4Handling and Moving Objects
  5. 5Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  6. 6Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Work context

  1. 1Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  2. 2Health and Safety of Other Workers
  3. 3Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
  4. 4Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
  5. 5Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
  6. 6Time Pressure

Representative tasks

  • Establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.
  • Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
  • Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, drawings, or specifications.
  • Align posts, by lines or sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.
  • Attach rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
  • Dig postholes, using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.
  • Attach fence rail supports to posts, using hammers and pliers.
  • Assemble gates, and fasten gates into position, using hand tools.

Software and tools

Autodesk AutoCAD · hot technologyFacebook · hot technologyMicrosoft Excel · hot technologyCutlist Plus fxMaxwell Systems American ContractorSoftware Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFS

Sources

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