Fence Erectors
SOC Code: 47-4031 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Fence Erectors. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE-IA | $53,976 | $68,370 | $82,763 | $97,157 |
| Grand Island, NE | $55,536 | $69,264 | $82,971 | $96,699 |
| Northwest Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $55,536 | $69,264 | $82,971 | $96,699 |
| Lincoln, NE | $52,894 | $65,790 | $78,686 | $91,582 |
| South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $52,894 | $65,790 | $78,666 | $91,562 |
| Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $50,814 | $63,024 | $75,234 | $87,443 |
| New Haven, CT | $43,576 | $58,032 | $72,509 | $86,965 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $41,621 | $53,581 | $65,520 | $77,480 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $40,123 | $52,395 | $64,688 | $76,960 |
| Bloomington, IL | $46,093 | $56,326 | $66,539 | $76,773 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 | |
| Operation and Control | 2.9 | |
| Equipment Selection | 2.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.0 |
| Building and Construction | 4.0 |
| Transportation | 3.9 |
| Administration and Management | 3.8 |
| Design | 3.7 |
| Mathematics | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.4 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 47.5% |
| Less than high school | 29.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 22.1% |
| Some college | 1.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.
- Align posts, by lines or sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.
- Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, drawings, or specifications.
- Dig postholes, using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Discuss fencing needs with customers, and estimate and quote prices.
- Mix and pour concrete around bases of posts, or tamp soil into postholes to embed posts.
- Make rails for fences, by sawing lumber or by cutting metal tubing to required lengths.
Technology Skills
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