Steelworker
Create the foundation of buildings or bridges by securing huge metal beams.
Fabricates skis from wood, using handtools and powered machines: Cuts rough forms for skis, using electrically powered cutting machine. Soaks ski forms in hot water until pliable and places them in bending frame for shaping. Operates shaper to form ridges on top of ski. Pairs skis according to size, weight, and grain of wood. Sands skis and scrapes them with handtool to correct variations in thickness. Operates shaper to form grooves on underside of ski according to type of ski, such as plain, racing, or jumping skis. Finishes surface, using sandpaper. May apply varnish or paint to finished ski.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Nationally: $20,000 – $46,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor