Your career
starts here.
There’s more than meets the eye in the skilled trades. With so many paths to choose from, you can easily find a profession that fits you and your future.
Carpenter
$30-60
Average Per HourBuild and remodel structures.
![Carpenter](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Construction Technology
$20-40
Average Per HourStart the path toward being a contractor
![Construction Technology](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Diesel Mechanic
$37-47
Average Per HourService and repair diesel engines
![Diesel Mechanic](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Drywall Finisher
$43-45
Average Per HourProduce basic and decorative finishes.
![Drywall Finisher](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Electrician
$34-57
Average Per HourBring power to homes and businesses.
![Electrician](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Elevator Mechanic
$62+
Average Per HourInstall and maintain elevators.
![Elevator Mechanic](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Flooring installer
$35+
Average Per HourLay floor coverings.
![Flooring installer](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Glazier
$31-48
Average Per HourInstall glass, windows, doors, and more.
![Glazier](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
HVAC Technician
$35+
Average Per HourInstall and repair HVAC systems.
![HVAC Technician](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Ironworker
$42+
Average Per HourForm structural framework.
![Ironworker](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Laborer
$27-44
Average Per HourWork with their hands and power tools.
![Laborer](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Masonry & Brick Worker
$32-43
Average Per HourPrepare and repair concrete.
![Masonry & Brick Worker](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Millwright
$30-50
Average Per HourInstall and repair mechanical systems
![Millwright](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Operating Engineers
$35-54
Average Per HourOperate construction equipment.
![Operating Engineers](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Painter
$27-31
Average Per HourPaint and apply wall coverings.
![Painter](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Pile Driver
$46+
Average Per HourDrive pilings into the earth.
![Pile Driver](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Pipefitter & Steamfitter
$31-54
Average Per HourLay out, install, and maintain piping systems.
![Pipefitter & Steamfitter](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Plumber
$27-55
Average Per HourBuild and repair pipelines.
![Plumber](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Roofer
$31-39
Average Per HourRemove and install roofs.
![Roofer](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Sheet Metal Worker
$30-47
Average Per HourFabricate and install fittings and duct work.
![Sheet Metal Worker](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Tile Worker
$28-38
Average Per HourBuilds structures with bricks.
![Tile Worker](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)
Welder
$41+
Average Per HourFuse metals of all types.
![Welder](/wp-content/themes/BuildOregon/images/swebsite-arrow.png)