Also called: Fence Erector, Fence Builder
Builds wood, vinyl, chain-link and steel fences around homes, farms, schools and highways.
You and your crew stretch a string line, dig post holes with an auger, and set posts in concrete. The next day you hang panels and gates. It's outdoor, physical work where you see results by quitting time.
BLS fence erectors.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma or less; learned on the job.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average (about 4% over 10 years). Fence erectors.
Low risk for 10 years. Post-hole augers help, but setting posts and hanging fence on uneven ground is outdoor physical work.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to fence companies for crew jobs; no experience needed
Classes: Shop class, Geometry.
Official data: O*NET occupation 47-4031.
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