What it pays
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Half of all Fence Erectors in the U.S. earn more than $47,980 a year — the middle 80% land between $35,810 and $70,010. About 24,480 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Fence Erectors”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$47,980typical pay / year
24,480people in this work
$70,010+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Fixing3
Repair fences and fence gates
+Repair the damaged panels and misaligned gate at 14 Willow Lane today: replace rotten boards, tighten loose…
Repair fences and fence gates
+Repair the damaged panels and misaligned gate at 14 Willow Lane today: replace rotten boards, tighten loose rails, rehang the gate so it closes and latches, and leave a photo of the finished gate with a short note of parts used.
The tools that do the workSoftware Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFSjob descriptionsO*NET
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Dig post holes
+Dig three post holes along the rear boundary at 22 Birch Road to the depths shown on the site plan, brace the…
Dig post holes
+Dig three post holes along the rear boundary at 22 Birch Road to the depths shown on the site plan, brace the trench edges, keep spoil clear of the wayleave, and mark each hole with a numbered stake so the crew can set posts tomorrow.
The tools that do the workMaxwell Systems American Contractorjob descriptionsO*NET
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Set fence posts and gates
+Set two new line posts and rehang the driveway gate at 9 Elm Crescent: concreted to the depths on the plan,…
Set fence posts and gates
+Set two new line posts and rehang the driveway gate at 9 Elm Crescent: concreted to the depths on the plan, plumb and level the posts, fit hinges and latch, and test the gate for smooth swing and secure locking before signing off.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Establish fence location and check for underground utilities
+Walk the proposed fence line at 47 Cedar Avenue with the owner, mark the alignment, contact the utility…
Establish fence location and check for underground utilities
+Walk the proposed fence line at 47 Cedar Avenue with the owner, mark the alignment, contact the utility locator service, confirm no live services across the line, and update the site plan with clearance notes before we order materials.
The tools that do the workFacebookjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work16
Operate record label activities
+Send the label royalty spreadsheet to Priya in accounts and Tom the site manager for sign-off, include the…
Operate record label activities
+Send the label royalty spreadsheet to Priya in accounts and Tom the site manager for sign-off, include the contract clauses, ask Priya to confirm payment schedule by Friday and check track ownership is recorded first.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelWikipedia
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Organize music festivals
+Confirm the festival site layout and supplier list with Hannah event co-ordinator, circulate the site fencing…
Organize music festivals
+Confirm the festival site layout and supplier list with Hannah event co-ordinator, circulate the site fencing plan, load-in timetable and safety brief, and ask Hannah to approve the headliner guarantee by next Wednesday.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADWikipedia
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Manage artist roster and associated acts
+Send the artist roster spreadsheet to Miguel booking and to Laura the manager, highlight the support acts for…
Manage artist roster and associated acts
+Send the artist roster spreadsheet to Miguel booking and to Laura the manager, highlight the support acts for June dates, request contract updates and availability confirmations by Monday, and verify each act's contact and rider details first.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelWikipedia
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Promote releases by artists
+Post the single release announcement, cover image and streaming links to the label feed, pin the release…
Promote releases by artists
+Post the single release announcement, cover image and streaming links to the label feed, pin the release schedule and promote the pre-save link to targeted fans, then send the promo plan to Jess for ad spend approval before Friday.
The tools that do the workFacebookWikipedia
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Support artists' musical styles and development
+Schedule a development session with Kai and the band, prepare the demo review notes and suggested set…
Support artists' musical styles and development
+Schedule a development session with Kai and the band, prepare the demo review notes and suggested set changes, record growth goals for the quarter and ask Kai to confirm three rehearsal dates by next Tuesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelWikipedia
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Dismantle scaffolding
+Dismantle the scaffold at Unit 4 after the final inspection, label and palletise all loose fittings, sign the…
Dismantle scaffolding
+Dismantle the scaffold at Unit 4 after the final inspection, label and palletise all loose fittings, sign the safety checklist with Tom the site supervisor, and move the materials to the yard by 4pm today.
The tools that do the workSoftware Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFSESCOsee the evidence ↗
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Discuss fencing needs with customers, and estimate and quote prices.
+Meet the homeowner at 10am on Tuesday, walk the boundary with them, confirm desired fence type, height and…
Discuss fencing needs with customers, and estimate and quote prices.
+Meet the homeowner at 10am on Tuesday, walk the boundary with them, confirm desired fence type, height and gate locations, measure lengths and obstructions, produce a materials-and-labour estimate and leave a printed quote for signature by Wednesday.
The tools that do the workSoftware Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFSO*NET
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Erect alternate panel, basket weave, and louvered fences.
+Arrange to start on Monday, assemble the team, set out the panel layout from the plan, fix alternating…
Erect alternate panel, basket weave, and louvered fences.
+Arrange to start on Monday, assemble the team, set out the panel layout from the plan, fix alternating panels, weave the basket panels and install louvered sections where specified, check verticals and alignments before backfilling.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADO*NET
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Weld metal parts together, using portable gas welding equipment.
+Prepare the work area, fit goggles, gloves and welding apron, tack-weld components to the jig, complete full…
Weld metal parts together, using portable gas welding equipment.
+Prepare the work area, fit goggles, gloves and welding apron, tack-weld components to the jig, complete full welds on posts and rails with the portable gas welder, grind and rust-proof welds before final assembly.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADO*NET
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Blast rock formations and rocky areas with dynamite to facilitate posthole digging.
+Survey the rocky section, confirm explosives permit and exclusion zone with the client and the team, mark…
Blast rock formations and rocky areas with dynamite to facilitate posthole digging.
+Survey the rocky section, confirm explosives permit and exclusion zone with the client and the team, mark blast points, notify neighbours, then conduct the controlled blast to break rock for postholes following the safety plan.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Take down old fences
+Start at the agreed time, remove fence panels and rails sequentially to avoid collapse, salvage reusable…
Take down old fences
+Start at the agreed time, remove fence panels and rails sequentially to avoid collapse, salvage reusable posts and fixings, stack waste by type for disposal, and record any boundary disputes for the client.
The tools that do the workSoftware Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFSjob descriptions
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Perform physical activities like lifting and pulling
+Plan the lift team, warm up and confirm manual handling roles, lift and manoeuvre posts and panels using team…
Perform physical activities like lifting and pulling
+Plan the lift team, warm up and confirm manual handling roles, lift and manoeuvre posts and panels using team techniques and straps, take breaks to avoid fatigue, and record any strains or incidents immediately.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions
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Interpret 2D plans
+Read the site plan and elevations, mark post positions, gate openings and footing depths on the 2D drawings,…
Interpret 2D plans
+Read the site plan and elevations, mark post positions, gate openings and footing depths on the 2D drawings, flag any unclear dimensions or site obstructions for Mike the foreman before we order materials and lay out the first line of posts.
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Interpret 3D plans
+Walk through the 3D model, confirm fence geometry, heights and slope transitions against the existing site…
Interpret 3D plans
+Walk through the 3D model, confirm fence geometry, heights and slope transitions against the existing site levels, note clashes with services or trees and export a snapshot of any problematic views for the crew and Mike before we set out stakes.
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Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Run the site H&S checklist for the fence install, record PPE, exclusion zones, lifting plans and traffic…
Follow health and safety procedures in construction
+Run the site H&S checklist for the fence install, record PPE, exclusion zones, lifting plans and traffic management on the job sheet, identify any hazards on site today and send the signed sheet to Sarah in safety before we start digging.
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Work in a construction team
+Confirm team roles and daily tasks for today’s install, allocate two people to post digging, one to string…
Work in a construction team
+Confirm team roles and daily tasks for today’s install, allocate two people to post digging, one to string line and one to gate fitting, set start and finish times, and send the rota and the site meeting notes to the crew WhatsApp group and Mike.
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