Highest paying blue collar jobs

Jennifer McClelland | RSS | 1 Comment

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There are so many lists across the internet that tell you what jobs pay the most, but are unobtainable by many due to their position on the ladder. However, there are some jobs out there that are a bit more easily obtainable and still have a pretty hefty pay check.

As you can see, the majority of the jobs on the list don’t need any specific college degree, but some do need training or other certifications.

1. Elevator installer and repairer

Average salary: $87,518
Average hourly wage: $42.08
Average work week: 40 hours

2. Electrical and electronics repairer – powerhouse, substation and relay

Average salary: $68,084
Average hourly wage: $32.75
Average work week: 40 hours

3. Power plant operator, distributor and dispatcher

Average salary: $65,846
Average hourly wage: $31.50
Average work week: 40 hours

4. Gas plant operator

Average salary: $63,872
Average hourly wage: $30.71
Average work week: 40 hours

5. Locomotive engineer

Average salary: $63,125
Average hourly wage: $28.27
Average work week: 42.5 hours

6. Electrical power line installer and repairer

Average salary: $60,354
Average hourly wage: $29.02
Average work week: 40 hours

7. Structural iron and steel worker

Average salary: $59,224
Average hourly wage: $28.55
Average work week: 39.9 hours

8. Construction and building inspector

Average salary: $59,144
Average hourly wage: $28.31
Average work week: 40.2 hours

9. Ship and boat captain and operator

Average salary: $57,910
Average hourly wage: $24.86
Average work week: 51.8 hours

10. Radio and telecommunications equipment installer

Average salary: $57,149
Average hourly wage: $27.48
Average work week: 39.9 hours

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  1. As the economy is improving around the world, opportunities are improving for all of those who are looking for work and this list is very beneficial!

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