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60+ Labor and Manufacturing Jobs You Can Do Without a College Degree

by Strom Engineering

College isn’t for everyone. There are many rewarding and challenging careers that don’t require a college degree. Temp jobs in manufacturing offer fulfilling experiences at competitive salaries - and there are many roles that don’t require any higher education.

Explore some of the jobs that you can start TODAY - no degree needed.

Labor and Manufacturing Jobs You Can Do Without a College Degree

Looking for a position? Use this list as a jumping-off point.

No Previous Experience Needed

The following jobs can be done with no previous experience, certifications or additional education. Some of these jobs do not require a GED or high school diploma, either.

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Join our online job portal to be matched with any of the following jobs.

Assemblers
Bricklayers
Clerical Workers
Control Room Operators
Diesel Mechanics
Dock Workers
Electronics Technicians
Equipment Mechanics
Fabricators
Fine Assembly

Firewatch
Foundry Workers
General Laborers
Heavy Equipment Operators
Industrial Painters
Inspectors
Instrument Technicians
Lab Technicians
Machine Operators
Manual Machinists

Material Handlers
Mechanical Maintenance
Millwrights
Oilers
Pickers/Selectors
Pipefitters
Plate Makers
Quality Control
Railroad Workers
Roll Grinders

Sanitation Workers
Stationary Engineers/Boiler Operators
Storeroom Foremen
Tire Builders
Tool & Die Makers
Tool Crib Attendants
Utilities Servicemen
Waste Water Workers
Yard Workers

Certifications Recommended

These jobs don’t require a college degree, but you may need a certification before starting. Sometimes these can be earned on the job, but for some you will need to get certification on your own. If you’re a veteran, some of your previous experience may apply and you will not need to pursue additional certifications. 

If you join our online job portal, we can match you with a job that meets your experience. 

Brazers
CDLs (truck drivers)
CNC Machinists
Carpenters
Crane Operators

ECT Technician
Electricians
Forklift Operators
HVAC Workers
Linemen

Locomotive Engineers
PLC Technicians
Plumbers
Project Coordinators
Project Managers

Safety Coordinators
Solderers
Technical Writers
Welders

 

These are just a sample of the jobs available at Strom Engineering. Need more help in your job search? Check out what Strom Engineering has to offer, with all sorts of positions at the tip of your fingers!

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Strom Engineering is a national staffing and recruitment agency, with a particular focus on manufacturing, engineering, assembly, and other trade positions. We match skilled candidates to temporary or project staffing positions. Learn more about how it works and check out our case studies for more information.

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