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10
High-Paying Jobs... No Degree Required
By Laura Morsch,
CareerBuilder.com writer
Higher education and higher income often go hand
in hand. But a college diploma certainly isn't the only ticket to
the gravy train -- just ask Microsoft co-founders Bill Gates and
Paul Allen. These two college dropouts are now among the
wealthiest people in the United States, with an estimated
combined net worth of $72 billion.
They have plenty of company. Five of the six richest self-made
billionaires on Forbes magazine's list of wealthiest people in
the nation didn't finish college.
Exceptional performers or entrepreneurs in nearly any industry
can command enormous salaries. The following jobs, however,
consistently boast high pay, with nationwide average salaries far
above the norm -- and no degree is required.
1.
Air Traffic Controller -- $105,820
The job: Organizing and controlling the flow of airplanes
into and out of an airport.
How to get it: You may not need a college degree, but
getting hired as an air traffic controller isn't easy. Candidates
need four years of college and/or three years of work experience
before undergoing pre-employment testing. Once they make the cut,
they must complete the FAA Academy and an additional training
program before starting work.
2.
Real Estate Broker -- $76,930
The job: Helping clients sell their residential property.
How to get it: To obtain a broker's license, candidates
need 60 to 90 hours of formal classroom training, and one to
three years of real estate sales experience.
3.
Transportation Manager -- $75,130
The job: Working out the logistics for transportation
firms, including mapping out the best routes and estimating
demand.
How to get it: Experience driving a truck or working in
transportation sales is the most common route to this occupation.
Just over half of transportation managers have some college
experience, but less than one-quarter completed a bachelor's
degree.
4.
Non-Retail Sales Supervisor -- $73,670
The job: Hiring, training, supervising and scheduling the
work of sales workers, including cashiers and customer service
representatives.
How to get it: Many supervisors start out on the sales
floor and work their way up the organization. Good conversational
skills, problem-solving ability and computer literacy are
crucial.
5.
Nuclear Power Reactor Operator -- $66,900
The job: Running the machinery at nuclear reactors.
How to get it: Operating a nuclear power reactor requires
extensive training by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, which
includes a mix of classroom work and on-the-job instruction To
obtain a license, candidates must pass an annual practical exam
and may be subjected to drug screenings.
6.
Gaming Manager -- $65,920
The job: Creating game policies and managing the
day-to-day responsibilities at a casino.
How to get it: Work experience is the primary requirement.
Many gaming managers start out as dealers or other casino floor
workers.
7.
Power Distributor -- $59,510
The job: Controlling the flow of electricity through lines
to industrial plants or substations.
How to get it: A high school diploma is usually required,
and candidates undergo extensive on-the-job training and
classroom instruction.
8.
Detective -- $58,750
The job: Gathering facts and evidence to help solve
crimes.
How to get it: Detectives usually begin as police officers
and get promoted to detective after a probationary period that
ranges from six months to three years.
9.
Elevator Repairer -- $58,500
The job: Installing, repairing and maintaining elevators
and escalators.
How to get it: Most new repairers apply through the local
chapter of the International Union of Elevator Constructors. To
qualify for an apprenticeship, candidates must be at least 18
years old, have a high school diploma or GED, pass an aptitude
test and be in good physical shape.
10.
Ship Engineer -- $57,290
The job: Operating and maintaining machinery on a ship,
including propulsion engines, generators and pumps.
How to get it: Most water transportation occupations
require a license from the U.S. Coast Guard. Applicants must
accumulate a certain number of hours at sea and pass a written
exam, physical exam, drug screening and National Driver Register
Check to be considered.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Laura Morsch is a writer for
CareerBuilder.com. She researches and writes about job search
strategy, career management, hiring trends and workplace issues. |
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