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Bus Drivers, School

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $25.19 High school diploma or equivalent 17%  projected growth 280  annual job openings

Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

Business Management & Administration $48.94 Bachelor's degree 1%  projected growth 3,760  annual job openings

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $55.63 Doctoral or professional degree 9%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Butchers and Meat Cutters

Manufacturing $22.17 No formal educational credential 22%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Cut, trim, or prepare consumer-sized portions of meat for use or sale in retail establishments.

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $40.43 Bachelor's degree 9%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.

Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

Health Science $46.56 Associate's degree 7%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar tests.

Carpenters

Architecture & Construction $30.40 High school diploma or equivalent 9%  projected growth 150  annual job openings

Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.

Cashiers

Marketing $16.38 No formal educational credential 23%  projected growth 1,500  annual job openings

Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. May use electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. May process credit or debit card transactions and validate checks.

Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

Architecture & Construction $26.71 No formal educational credential 4%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints.

Chefs and Head Cooks

Hospitality & Tourism $29.77 High school diploma or equivalent 97%  projected growth 220  annual job openings

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.