10 High-Paying Blue Collar Jobs in Kansas City

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Kansas City, MO. - Just like in most cities across the country, many of the highest-paying jobs in Kansas City aren't in white collar (professional) roles, nor do they even require a four-year college degree.

Increasingly, the most lucrative careers are found in skilled-trades, including construction, plumbing, and truck driving--offering salaries upwards of $75,000 a year. And in some cases paying over $100,000 annually.

Many of these fields require only minimal post-secondary education, like an apprenticeship or other hands-on training program.

According to Indeed, here are 10 examples of high-paying blue-collar jobs in Kansas City.

1. Auto Body Tech

Hendrick Automotive Group in KC, is seeking an experienced auto body tech for the dealership's automotive collision center. The salary range for this full-time position is $80,000 to $150,000 a year.

Additionally, employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits like health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

2. Automotive Mechanic

Sailors Auto Care Clinic in nearby Mission, KS, is hiring a mechanic with at least 3 years of experience. The full-time job pays between $1,200 to $1,800 a week, including paid training.

3. Tool and Template Makers (Skilled Trades)

The Ford Motor Company is hiring multiple toolmakers and template makers at the automaker's Kansas City plant. These skilled jobs pay over $42 an hour. Employees are also eligible for pay raises, overtime, and generous benefits.

4. Residential Journeyman Electrician

Mr. Sparky of Mid America is recruiting a full-time residential journeyman electrician in KC. The salary range for this opportunity is $80,000 to $120,000 a year. It also comes with full benefits, including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

5. Tool and Die Maker (Skilled Trade)

The Ford Motor Company's Kansas City assembly plant is also hiring a tool and die maker. This full-time job pays $42 an hour, and offers competitive employee benefits.

6. Construction Laborer

LiUNA (Laborers International Union of North America) Local 1290 is seeking construction laborers. These union jobs pay between $75,000 to $85,000 a year. Employees are also eligible for health insurance coverage.

7. Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Hoy Excavating is hiring a full-time mobile heavy equipment mechanic in Kansas City. In addition to paying around $40 an hour, this position offers competitve union benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

8. Fiber Optic Field Technician

A2Z Communications is recruiting a fiber optic field tech for the KC area. The pay range for this full-time role is $30 to $60 an hour. Furthermore, the company provides comprehensive benefits, including paid training, medical insurance, and paid time off.

9. CDL Class A Truck Driver

C.R. England is hiring a CDL class A truck driver. This is a full-time driving job that allows the driver to be home weekly. The salary range for this role is $86,000 to $106,000 a year.

10. Telecom Electronic Technician

Finally, BNSF Railway is seeking a full-time telecom electronic tech for a level II role. This position offers paid on-the-job training and a competitive salary of $96,000 a year.

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