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- Annual Median Wage$ 44,990$37,960
$59,250Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Moderately Growing
- Pile-driver Operators use large machines mounted on skids, barges, or cranes to hammer long, heavy beams of concrete, wood, or steel into the ground to support retaining walls, bridges, piers, or building foundations.
What do they typically do
- Coordinate machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals
- Clean and maintain equipment, making basic repairs as necessary
- Drive and maneuver equipment
- Move levers, push pedals, or turn valves to control equipment
- Follow safety standards
- Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.0%Job OpeningEducation & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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