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Forklift OperatorT R A I N I N G T I M E : 5 D A Y S

In warehouses, most material moving machine operators use forklifts and conveyor belts. Wireless sensors and tags are increasingly being used to keep track of merchandise, allowing operators to locate them faster. Some operators check goods for damage. Operators work full time, and overtime for them is common.

Because materials are shipped around the clock, some operators-especially those in warehousing-work overnight shifts.

222 companies in Tarrant County

were hiring Forklift Drivers in the last

12 months.

Starting Salary: $21,653

($10.41/hr. based on a

40 hr. week for 52 weeks)

Median Salary: $29,885

($14.37/hr.)

Responsibilities:

•Set up and inspect material moving

equipment

• Control equipment with levers, wheels or

foot pedals

• Move material according to a plan or

schedule

• Signal and direct workers to load, unload

and position materials

• Keep a record of the material they move

and where they move it to

• Make minor repairs to their equipment

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WelderT R A I N I N G T I M E : A B O U T 2 . 5 W E E K S

Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. In this process, heat is applied to metal pieces, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond. Because of its strength, welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufacturing activities. Welding is also used to join steel beams in the construction of buildings, bridges and other structures to join pipes in pipelines, power plants and refineries.


were hiring Welders in the last 12

months.





($14.37/hr.)

Responsibilities:

• Study blueprints, sketches, or

specifications

• Calculate the dimensions of parts to be

welded

• Inspect structures or materials to be

welded

• Ignite torches or start power supplies

• Monitor the welding process to avoid

overheating

•Maintain equipment and machinery

CNC Operator (Computer Numerical Control)T R A I N I N G T I M E : A B O U T 6 W E E K S

CNC Operators set up and operate machines that cut, shape and form metal and plastic materials or pieces. Consumer products are made with many metal and plastic parts. These parts are produced by machines that are operated by metal and plastic machine workers.

In general, these workers are separated into two groups: those who set up machines for operation and those who operate machines during production. Many, however, perform both tasks.

88 companies in Tarrant County were

hiring CNC Operators in the last 12

months.


($13.36/hr, based on a



($19.80/hr.)

Responsibilities:

• Set up machines according to blueprints

• Monitor machines for unusual sound or

vibration

• Insert material into machines, manually

or with a hoist

• Operate metal or plastic molding,

casting or core-making machines

• Adjust machine settings for temperature,

cycle times and speed and feed rates.

• Remove finished products and smooth

rough edges and imperfections

• Test and compare finished workpieces to

specifications

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Truck DriverT R A I N I N G T I M E : A B O U T 7 W E E K S

Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor-trailer drivers are long-haul drivers and operate trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) capacity exceeding 26,000 pounds. These drivers deliver goods over intercity routes, sometimes spanning several states. Drivers could be away from home for days or weeks at a time.

All long-haul truck drivers must have a commerical driver’s licence (CDL).

1,140 companies in Tarrant County

were hiring Truck Drivers in the last 12

months.





($18.62/hr.)

Responsibilities:

•Drive long distances

• Report to a dispatcher any incidents

encountered on the road

• Follow all applicable traffic laws

• Secure cargo for transport, using ropes,

blocks, chains or covers

• Inspect trailers before and after the trip,

and record any defects

• Maintain a log of working hours

• Report serious mechanical problems

•Keep trucks and associated equipment

clean and in good working order

Office ClerkT R A I N I N G T I M E : A B O U T 9 W E E K S

Rather than performing a single specialized task, general office clerks have responsibilities that often change daily with the current needs of the employer. Some clerks file documents or answer phones; others enter data into computers or perform other tasks using software applications. They also frequently use photocopiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

Office clerks earn a Professional Office Skills Certification.


were hiring Office Clerks in the last 12

months.





($16.19/hr.)

Responsibilities:

•Answer and transfer telephone calls or

take messages

• Sort and deliver incoming mail and send

outgoing mail

• Schedule appointments and receive

customers or visitors

• Type, format or edit routine memos or

other reports

• Copy, file and update paper and

electronic documents

• Prepare and process bills and other

office documents

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Nursing AssistantT R A I N I N G T I M E : 4 T O 8 W E E K S

Nursing Assistants, sometimes called nursing aides, help provide basic care for patients in hopsitals and residents of long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes.

This occupation is becoming a base occupation on which other credentials are stacked for specialization and higher pay in hospitals and clinics. Certifications such as phlebotomy, EKG, and dialysis coincide with CNA credentials.


were hiring Nursing Assistants in the

last 12 months.





($12.37/hr.)

Responsibilities:

• Clean and bathe patients or residents

• Help patients use the toilet and dress

• Turn, reposition and transfer patients

between beds and wheelchairs

• Listen to and record patients’ health

concerns and report information to nurses

• Measure patients’ vital signs, such as

blood pressure and temperature

• Serve meals and help patients eat

• Some nursing assistants may also

dispense medication, depending on their

training level

IT Help Desk SupportT R A I N I N G T I M E : 4 W E E K S

Help Desk Support Specialists provide help and advice to computer users and organizations. These specialists either support computer networks or they provide technical assistance directly to non-IT computer users.

They respond to phone and e-mail requests for help. They usually can help users remotely, but they also may make site visits to solve problems in person. Skills such as customer service, listening, problem-solving, speaking and writing play a large role in this occupation.


were hiring Office Clerks in the last 12

months.





($22.64/hr.)

Responsibilities:

•Pay attention to customers’ descriptions

of their computer problems

• Ask customers questions to properly

diagnose the problem

• Walk customers through the

recommended problem-solving steps

• Set up or repair computer equipment

and related devices

• Train users to work with new hardware

or software, such as printers, word-

processing software and e-mail.

• Inform managers of users’ concerns

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Aircraft AssemblerT R A I N I N G T I M E : 6 W E E K S

Aircraft Assemblers fit, fasten, assemble and install parts of aircraft structures. Most assemblers work in manufacturing plants. The work may involve long periods of standing or sitting, and may be done during evening and weekend shifts.

This occupation is currently in very high-demand in Tarrant County. An ability to pass a security background check and drug screen is a must.

3 major companies in Tarrant County

were hiring Aircraft Assemblers in the

last 12 months.





($32.20/hr.)

Responsibilities:

• Assemble metal, composite, or plastic

parts or products

• Assemble metal structures

• Review blueprints or other instructions

to determine operational methods or

sequences

• Cut industrial materials in preparation

for fabrication or processing

• Align parts or workpieces to ensure

proper assembly

Customer ServiceT R A I N I N G T I M E : 4 W E E K S

Customer service representatives interact with customers to handle complaints, process orders, and provide information about an organization’s products and services.

Although customer service representatives are employed in nearly every industry, many work in telephone call centers, credit and insurance agencies, banks, and retail stores. 1,411 companies in Tarrant County

were hiring Customer Service

Representatives in the last 12 months.





($15.23/hr.)

Responsibilities:

• Listen to customers’ questions and

concerns, and provide answers or

responses

• Provide information about products and

services

• Take orders, calculate charges, and

process billing or payments

• Review or make changes to customer

accounts

• Handle returns or complaints

•Refer customers to supervisors or more

experienced employees

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Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County provides employment assistance for low income, unemployed or underemployed workers. We assist job seekers who are in need of skills training or additional

educational assistance to move up to a livable wage.

The goal is to help job seekers overcome substantial barriers to employment and gain career advancement while becoming economically self-sufficient.

An equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available, upon request, to individuals with disabilities. (TDD/TTY) 1-800-RELAYTX.

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