Find Your Place in the Skills-Based World

Explore the most in-demand, skills-based jobs in the U.S. in many industries. Learn which job would be a good fit for you and how to reach that goal. Then, find training that fits your life and get started on your new path.

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  • A power generation technician, or generator technician, performs preventative maintenance on a power system.
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    A power generation technician, also known as a generator technician, installs and troubleshoots electrical power systems driven by diesel- or gas-fueled engines.
    Median Salary $81,000
    Jobs Available
    2,800+
  • An aircraft mechanic works on a NetJets plane
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    If you’re fascinated by planes, here’s a job that will help you learn more about aircraft every day. Aircraft mechanics — also called aircraft...
    Median Salary $65,000
    Jobs Available
    13,200+
  • A female carpenter uses a miter saw to cut a piece of wood in the shop
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    If you like working with your hands and creating things from scratch, consider this career. Carpenters are always in demand, and learning never stops.
    Median Salary $48,000
    Jobs Available
    68,100+
  • An electrician installs wiring
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    If you're a natural problem-solver and enjoy a challenge, consider this in-demand career. Companies are eager to find entry-level workers.
    Median Salary $60,000
    Jobs Available
    79,200+
  • Female HVAC technician in a hardhat and safety gear works on a rooftop HVAC unit
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    If you have a knack for solving mechanical problems, this lucrative and stable career is worth a look.
    Median Salary $49,000
    Jobs Available
    38,700+
  • A plumber replaces a pipe fitting
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    This highly skilled career offers stability and a chance to solve important problems every day. Plus, no two days as a plumber will be the same!
    Median Salary $60,000
    Jobs Available
    48,400+
  • An architectural drafter uses computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to review drawings
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    If you’re a problem-solver with a creative streak, here’s an exciting career path to consider. It's one of the few construction roles that combines office work with site work.
    Median Salary $60,000
    Jobs Available
    10,400+
  • Auto body technician uses a grinder to repair a vehicle
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    These talented technicians are the magicians who diminish the memory of a fender bender and make a vehicle look better than it did before.
    Median Salary $47,000
    Jobs Available
    14,800+
  • Female auto mechanic uses an advanced computer with diagnostic software to inspect a vehicle
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    More than 90% of American households own a vehicle, so it’s no surprise that the people who keep them running are in high demand.
    Median Salary $47,000
    Jobs Available
    68,100+
  • An AV technician sets up audio and video equipment for a broadcast
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    These technicians are rarely seen or heard, but their work behind the scenes ensures that a client’s message comes across loud and clear.
    Median Salary $49,000
    Jobs Available
    7,000+