10 Best-Paying Blue-Collar Jobs Of 2014


Avionics Technicians
Annual Salary: $56,940  

The air force has some of the best technologies in the world but maintaining all of them could be a difficult task. Thus these are the technicians who come in handy on servicing and maintaining these equipments on regular intervals.
Avionics technicians are mainly responsible for inspecting, testing, and repairing electronic aircraft components that are required for communication, navigation, and flight control systems. Additionally, these individuals ensure that these systems are functioning properly before a plane or helicopter takes off. When a problem is found, avionics technicians must repair it before the aircraft can be cleared for takeoff.
Construction and Building Inspectors
Annual Salary: $56,430  

Construction and building inspectors ensure that construction of building, alteration, or repair of buildings, highways and streets, to ensure that it meets local and national building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications.
These professionals mostly spend considerable time inspecting worksites, alone or as part of a team. Most employers require aspirants to have at least a high school diploma and considerable knowledge of construction trades to be considered for this job.
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