Maintenance Workers work onsite to maintain and repair equipment and structures. Duties include checking for signs of wear, changing lightbulbs and fuses, repairing broken parts in a timely manner, checking safety devices according to specifications, sanding floors when necessary, cleaning facilities as needed, inventorying supplies so they are readily available as needed, and reporting problems …
Master Electricians work for construction and manufacturing firms to wire buildings and set up the electrical system. They will need to read blueprints, install wiring, fixtures, outlets, controls, circuit breakers, motors, generators, starters, transformers, switches, conductors, and bus bars according to specifications. Customer service skills are important for this job; an understanding of electrical equipment …
Millwrights work onsite to install, maintain, and repair machinery, using hoists, forklifts, welding equipment, and other tools. Duties include checking for damaged or worn parts before machines are operated, assembling components according to blueprints or specifications, positioning heavy objects so they can be moved easily by others in the future with minimum risk of damage, …
Plumbing is an excellent line of work for individuals who are mechanically inclined. Although it requires a lot of manual labor, the pay can be very competitive. Some states require licensing, but this varies by area so it is best to check with local authorities. A high school diploma or equivalent is required to enter …
Porters are responsible for providing excellent customer service, stocking shelves, and maintaining cleanliness in retail establishments. Duties include checking the storefront entrance for debris, helping customers find merchandise or locate sales associates, restocking merchandise displays, or cleaning up after-sales associates at the end of the day. To enter this career path, a high school diploma …
Cabinet builders are finish carpenters who assemble and repair custom cabinets. Their duties include setting up and maintaining their woodworking tools and machines, studying blueprints or diagrams of cabinets prior to construction, planning sequences of cutting or shaping operations, confirm correct calculations for alignment of doors and hinges, constructing and assembling cabinet components and replacement …
Apprentice Electricians assist with installation and maintenance of electrical systems under the supervision of a senior or licensed electrician. Their duties include installation of wiring in construction sites, troubleshooting and fixing electrical failures, assisting senior electricians on complicated installs, routine maintenance on electrical systems, and learning from senior staff in hopes of becoming an independent …
A Concrete Pump Operator drives and operates a concrete pump to and from multiple job sites throughout the day. Their duties include driving the truck, operating the pump, maintaining productivity and efficiency throughout each project, repairing the truck and pump when issues arise, ensuring workers are following proper safety measures and protocol and communicating with …