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Trade and repair careers

Explore construction, maintenance, repair, and selected production trades. Check apprenticeship wages, tools, licensing, and the physical demands of the actual workplace.

This filter excludes careers whose prior experience requirements are unknown. Education, training, licensing, and employer requirements still apply.

96 careers · Sorted by annual openings · Page 7 of 8

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Balanced ranking: 40% pay, 30% projected growth, 30% annual openings. Check the work and entry route for fit.

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Construction and Trades

Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers

2025 median pay
$58,970
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + apprenticeship
2025–2035 growth
-5.3%
Annual openings
1,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Construction and Trades

Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas

2025 median pay
$58,620
Entry credential
No formal educational credential + related experience
2025–2035 growth
1.6%
Annual openings
900

Prior related experience: less than 5 years.

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Construction and Trades

Boilermakers

2025 median pay
$76,410
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + apprenticeship
2025–2035 growth
-1.8%
Annual openings
700

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Construction and Trades

Carpet Installers

2025 median pay
$50,340
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
-16.4%
Annual openings
700

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Construction and Trades

Helpers--Extraction Workers

2025 median pay
$47,730
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
1.7%
Annual openings
700

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Construction and Trades

Helpers--Roofers

2025 median pay
$44,160
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
-0.1%
Annual openings
600

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners

2025 median pay
$46,420
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + apprenticeship
2025–2035 growth
1.9%
Annual openings
600

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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