16 high-paying jobs for people who don't want to sit at a desk all day
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Dental hygienists rake in about $34.19 an hour.
But a new analysis of labor market data from CareerBuilder reveals that hundreds of non-desk jobs are growing and thriving in the US. And some - even ones that don't require a four-year degree - pay really, really well.
The data for the analysis, which was provided by Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI), CareerBuilder's labor market data arm that pulls from more than 90 government and private resources, found that while most of the highest-paying non-desk jobs are medical professions that require a doctoral or professional degree, there are at least 170 non-desk occupations out there that pay $15 per hour or more, on average, and do not require a bachelor's degree.
Aaron Taube contributed to an earlier version of this article.
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Dental Hygienist
Median hourly earnings: $34.19
Job growth from 2010-2014: 9%
BLS job description: Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease.
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Median hourly earnings: $25.19
Job growth from 2010-2014: 10%
BLS job description: Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or calibrate machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.
Elevator Installer/Repairer
Median hourly earnings: $37.81
Job growth from 2010-2014: 6%
BLS job description: Assemble, install, repair, or maintain electric or hydraulic freight or passenger elevators, escalators, or dumbwaiters.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Median hourly earnings: $26.57
Job growth from 2010-2014: 14%
BLS job description: Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures.
Rotary Drill Operator, Oil and Gas
Median hourly earnings: $24.79
Job growth from 2010-2014: 47%
BLS job description: Set up or operate a variety of drills to remove underground oil and gas, or remove core samples for testing during oil and gas exploration.
Fitness Trainer/Aerobics Instructor
Median hourly earnings: $15.88
Job growth from 2010-2014: 8%
BLS job description: Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.
Electrical Power-Line Installer/Repairer
Median hourly earnings: $30.85
Job growth from 2010-2014: 7%
BLS job description: Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy duty transmission towers.
Travel Guide
Median hourly earnings: $16.26
Job growth from 2010-2014: 7%
BLS job description: Plan, organize, and conduct long distance travel , tours, and expeditions for individuals and groups.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Median hourly earnings: $31.93
Job growth from 2010-2014: 15%
BLS job description: Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians.
Signal and Track Switch Repairer
Median hourly earnings: $26.75
Job growth from 2010-2014: 11%
BLS job description: Install, inspect, test, maintain, or repair electric gate crossings, signals, signal equipment, track switches, section lines, or intercommunications systems within a railroad system.
Avionics Technician
Median hourly earnings: $26.92
Job growth from 2010-2014: 6%
BLS job description: Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.
Wind Turbine Service Technician
Median hourly earnings: $23.79
Job growth from 2010-2014: 21%
BLS job description: Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions.
Industrial Engineering Technician
Median hourly earnings: $25.01
Job growth from 2010-2014: 6%
BLS job description: Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff.
Locksmith
Median hourly earnings: $18.25
Job growth from 2010-2014: 10%
BLS job description: Repair and open locks; make keys; and change locks and safe combinations.
Solar Photovoltaic Installer
Median hourly earnings: $19.04
Job growth from 2010-2014: 22%
BLS job description: Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics.
Massage Therapist
Median hourly earnings: $17.27
Job growth from 2010-2014: 17%
BLS job description: Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.
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