May 24, 2019 – Job Search Resources

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are abouthalf million Americans working in the air transportation industry in May of2018. These jobs tend to be quite high, with the median salary around $60k/year.These include higher level jobs, like directors, pilots and engineers, butthere are also jobs that only require a High School diploma. Some of these jobs might require some training, such asmechanics, but you won’t need a College Degree for that.*All the employment and wage numbers below are for May 2018 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Security GuardsGuard, patrol, or monitor premises toprevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metaldetector equipment. Excludes “Transportation Security Screeners”(33-9093).There were 1,114,380 employed with a mean of $32,050Transportation Security ScreenersConduct screening of passengers, baggage, orcargo to ensure compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA)regulations. May operate basic security equipment such as x-ray machines andhand wands at screening checkpoints.There were 45,250 employed with a mean of $41,860Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast FoodPerform duties which combine preparing andserving food and nonalcoholic beverages.There were 3,676,180 with a mean of $22,140Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping CleanersKeep buildings in clean and orderlycondition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooingrugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include tendingfurnace and boiler, performing routine maintenance activities, notifyingmanagement of need for repairs, and cleaning snow or debris from sidewalk.There were 2,156,270 with a mean of $28,950Baggage Porters and BellhopsHandle baggage for travelers attransportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.There were 42,350 employed with a mean of $26,990ConciergesAssist patrons at hotel, apartment, oroffice building with personal services. May take messages, arrange or giveadvice on transportation, business services or entertainment, or monitor guestrequests for housekeeping and maintenance.There were 37,490 employed with a mean of $33,550 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Billing and Posting ClerksCompile, compute, and record billing,accounting, statistical, and other numerical data for billing purposes. Preparebilling invoices for services rendered or for delivery or shipment of goods.There were 469,250 employed with a mean of $39,520Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing ClerksCompute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers. There were 1,530,430 employed with a mean of $42,110Customer Service RepresentativesInteract with customers to provideinformation in response to inquiries about products and services and to handleand resolve complaints. Excludes individuals whose duties are primarilyinstallation, sales, or repair.There were 2,871,400 employed with a mean of $36,470File ClerksFile correspondence, cards, invoices,receipts, and other records in alphabetical or numerical order or according tothe filing system used. Locate and remove material from file when requested.There were 110,020 employed with a mean of $33,810Receptionists and Information ClerksAnswer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization. There were 1,043,630 employed with a mean of $30,350Couriers and MessengersPick up and deliver messages, documents, packages, and other items between offices or departments within an establishment or directly to other business concerns, traveling by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, automobile, or public conveyance. There were 75,720 employed with a mean of $30620 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Stock Clerks and Order FillersReceive, store, and issue sales floor merchandise, materials, equipment, and other items from stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard to fill shelves, racks, tables, or customers’ orders. May mark prices on merchandise and set up sales displays. There were 2,056,030 employed with a mean of $28,520Data Entry KeyersOperate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing. There were 174,930 employed with a mean of $33,740Avionics TechniciansInstall, inspect, test, adjust, or repairavionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile controlsystems in aircraft or space vehicles.There were 18,860 employed with a mean of $65,330Aircraft Mechanics and Service TechniciansDiagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Includes helicopter and aircraft engine specialists.There were 131,690 employed with a mean of $65,230Automotive Service Technicians and MechanicsDiagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaulautomotive vehicles.There were 648,050 employed with a mean of $43,730Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, HandManually move freight, stock, or othermaterials or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers notelsewhere classified.There were 2,893,180 employed with a mean of $30,890*Source: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/naics3_481000.htm*Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/what-do-airline-workers-earn-2019-5

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