Maintenance & Repair Careers

Love fixing or building things and working with your hands? A trade career in maintenance or repair offers a variety of opportunities that will fulfill your need to tinker.
Elevator Mechanic
Median Salary: $97,860
Certifications: License Required
Career Outlook: 3% growth through 2031
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Gunsmith
Median Salary: $38,040
Certifications: Required
Career Outlook: Not available
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Locksmith
Median Salary: $46,910
Certifications: Recommended
Career Outlook: 11% decline through 2032
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Motorcycle Mechanic
Median Salary: $38,170
Certifications: None Required
Career Outlook: 4% growth through 2031
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Plumber
Median Salary: $59,880
Certifications: Recommended
Career Outlook: 2% growth through 2031
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Welder
Median Salary: $47,010
Certifications: Recommended
Career Outlook: 8% growth through 2031
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