Information about these careers is based on national statistics, so salaries and opportunities may be different in your town. Aircraft pilots fly commercial, private, corporate and government airplanes and helicopters. Although most pilots transport passengers and cargo, others are involved in dusting crops, spreading seed for reforestation, testing aircraft, directing firefighting efforts, monitoring traffic, tracking criminals and evacuating injured persons. Perks include reduced airfares for attendants and their immediate families. Good, especially for those with at least two years of college and experience dealing with the public.
Construction contractors plan, budget and direction construction projects.
They often use computers to evaluate various construction methods and to determine the most cost-effective plans. They schedule all required construction site activities into logical steps, direct or monitor compliance with building and safety codes, determine the labor requirements and hire the crews. Many community colleges offer construction management or construction technology programs. Electrical and electronic engineers design new products, write performance requirements and develop maintenance schedules. They also test equipment, solve operating problems and estimate the time and cost of engineering projects.