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Career guide

Careers Without a Bachelor's Degree

Explore published occupations whose typical entry-level education is an associate's degree, a postsecondary nondegree award, a high school diploma, or less.

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These results are ordered by median annual wage, highest first. The ordering describes the published national data; it is not a recommendation or a promise of an outcome.

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24 careers in this guide

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Air Traffic Controllers

Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport, and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers, according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to government or company regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety.

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Median pay

$148,080

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 53-2021

Growth

1.7%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-2021

Openings

2.1k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-2021

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-2021

Hazard exposure

1.2 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-2021.00

Public interaction: 93% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-2021.00

Standing: 32% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-2021.00

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Published career

Commercial Pilots

Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots. Excludes regional, national, and international airline pilots.

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Median pay

$123,220

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 53-2012

Growth

5.2%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-2012

Openings

5.2k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-2012

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-2012

Hazard exposure

3.8 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-2012.00

Public interaction: 85% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-2012.00

Standing: 25% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-2012.00

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Published career

Nuclear Power Reactor Operators

Operate or control nuclear reactors. Move control rods, start and stop equipment, monitor and adjust controls, and record data in logs. Implement emergency procedures when needed. May respond to abnormalities, determine cause, and recommend corrective action.

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Median pay

$122,890

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 51-8011

Growth

-5.9%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8011

Openings

0.4k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8011

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8011

Hazard exposure

2.4 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8011.00

Public interaction: 92% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8011.00

Standing: 37% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8011.00

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Published career

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

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Median pay

$110,240

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 19-4051

Growth

1.1%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 19-4051

Openings

0.9k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 19-4051

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 19-4051

Hazard exposure

3.7 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 19-4051.00

Public interaction: 83% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 19-4051.00

Standing: 52% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 19-4051.00

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Published career

Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers

Assemble, install, repair, or maintain electric or hydraulic freight or passenger elevators, escalators, or dumbwaiters.

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Median pay

$109,910

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 47-4021

Growth

5.7%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 47-4021

Openings

1.9k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 47-4021

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 47-4021

Hazard exposure

4.4 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 47-4021.00

Public interaction: 85% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 47-4021.00

Standing: 76% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 47-4021.00

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Published career

Ship Engineers

Supervise and coordinate activities of crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, boilers, deck machinery, and electrical, sanitary, and refrigeration equipment aboard ship.

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Median pay

$109,530

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 53-5031

Growth

2.7%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-5031

Openings

0.9k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-5031

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-5031

Hazard exposure

4.3 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-5031.00

Public interaction: 74% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-5031.00

Standing: 58% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-5031.00

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Published career

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations. Includes logistics managers.

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Median pay

$107,230

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 11-3071

Growth

6.1%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-3071

Openings

18.3k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-3071

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-3071

Hazard exposure

2.3 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-3071.00

Public interaction: 91% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-3071.00

Standing: 38% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-3071.00

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Published career

Power Distributors and Dispatchers

Coordinate, regulate, or distribute electricity or steam.

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Median pay

$106,730

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 51-8012

Growth

1.2%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8012

Openings

0.7k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8012

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8012

Hazard exposure

2.1 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8012.00

Public interaction: 90% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8012.00

Standing: 49% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8012.00

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Published career

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

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Median pay

$106,040

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 33-1012

Growth

3.3%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-1012

Openings

10.6k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-1012

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-1012

Hazard exposure

3.8 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-1012.00

Public interaction: 93% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-1012.00

Standing: 45% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-1012.00

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Published career

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

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Median pay

$105,310

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 29-1124

Growth

2.8%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-1124

Openings

0.7k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-1124

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-1124

Hazard exposure

2.7 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-1124.00

Public interaction: 99% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-1124.00

Standing: 72% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-1124.00

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Published career

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

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Median pay

$103,020

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 49-2095

Growth

9.7%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 49-2095

Openings

1.8k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 49-2095

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 49-2095

Hazard exposure

3.9 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 49-2095.00

Public interaction: 93% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 49-2095.00

Standing: 68% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 49-2095.00

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Published career

Power Plant Operators

Control, operate, or maintain machinery to generate electric power. Includes auxiliary equipment operators.

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Median pay

$102,040

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 51-8013

Growth

-5.1%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8013

Openings

2.3k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8013

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8013

Hazard exposure

4.1 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8013.00

Public interaction: 89% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8013.00

Standing: 56% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8013.00

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Published career

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

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Median pay

$101,370

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 29-2033

Growth

4.4%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2033

Openings

0.8k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2033

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2033

Hazard exposure

1.4 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2033.00

Public interaction: 96% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2033.00

Standing: 54% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2033.00

National data only

Published career

Dental Hygienists

Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.

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Median pay

$98,100

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 29-1292

Growth

8%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-1292

Openings

15k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-1292

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-1292

Hazard exposure

1.2 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-1292.00

Public interaction: 99% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-1292.00

Standing: 31% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-1292.00

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Published career

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.

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Median pay

$97,150

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 39-5091

Growth

6.1%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 39-5091

Openings

0.6k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 39-5091

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 39-5091

Hazard exposure

2 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 39-5091.00

Public interaction: 91% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 39-5091.00

Standing: 76% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 39-5091.00

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Published career

Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers

Operate or control petroleum refining or processing units. May specialize in controlling manifold and pumping systems, gauging or testing oil in storage tanks, or regulating the flow of oil into pipelines.

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Median pay

$96,710

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 51-8093

Growth

-1.9%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8093

Openings

2.7k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8093

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 51-8093

Hazard exposure

3.7 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8093.00

Public interaction: 82% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8093.00

Standing: 50% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 51-8093.00

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Published career

Postmasters and Mail Superintendents

Plan, direct, or coordinate operational, administrative, management, and support services of a U.S. post office; or coordinate activities of workers engaged in postal and related work in assigned post office.

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Median pay

$96,660

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 11-9131

Growth

-0.3%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-9131

Openings

0.9k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-9131

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-9131

Hazard exposure

1.2 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-9131.00

Public interaction: 99% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-9131.00

Standing: 54% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-9131.00

National data only

Published career

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

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Median pay

$96,590

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 29-2032

Growth

13.9%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2032

Openings

6k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2032

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2032

Hazard exposure

1.7 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2032.00

Public interaction: 99% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2032.00

Standing: 51% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2032.00

National data only

Published career

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.

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Median pay

$95,480

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 29-2035

Growth

7.7%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2035

Openings

2.3k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2035

Education

Associate's degree

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 29-2035

Hazard exposure

2.5 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2035.00

Public interaction: 90% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2035.00

Standing: 39% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 29-2035.00

National data only

Published career

Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy duty transmission towers.

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Median pay

$95,320

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 49-9051

Growth

10.3%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 49-9051

Openings

10.9k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 49-9051

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 49-9051

Hazard exposure

4.8 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 49-9051.00

Public interaction: 89% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 49-9051.00

Standing: 80% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 49-9051.00

National data only

Published career

Detectives and Criminal Investigators

Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.

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Median pay

$93,790

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 33-3021

Growth

0.2%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-3021

Openings

7.8k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-3021

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-3021

Hazard exposure

3.4 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-3021.00

Public interaction: 98% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-3021.00

Standing: 53% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-3021.00

National data only

Published career

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control.

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Median pay

$93,530

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 33-1021

Growth

3.7%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-1021

Openings

6.6k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-1021

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 33-1021

Hazard exposure

3.9 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-1021.00

Public interaction: 93% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-1021.00

Standing: 51% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 33-1021.00

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Gambling Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate gambling operations in a casino. May formulate house rules.

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Median pay

$93,220

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 11-9071

Growth

3.6%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-9071

Openings

0.6k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-9071

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 11-9071

Hazard exposure

1.2 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-9071.00

Public interaction: 95% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-9071.00

Standing: 62% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 11-9071.00

National data only

Published career

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard.

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Median pay

$92,460

Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Release: May 2025 · Reference/year: 2025 · Occupation code: 53-5021

Growth

4%

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-5021

Openings

3.8k

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-5021

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Source: Employment Projections
Release: 2025-2035 · Reference/year: 2025-2035 · Occupation code: 53-5021

Hazard exposure

3.2 raw · CX scale

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-5021.00

Public interaction: 90% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-5021.00

Standing: 60% relative

Source: O*NET Database
Release: 31.0 · Reference/year: August 2026 · Occupation code: 53-5021.00

National data only

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