First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$79,920/yr
Typical range
$63,400 – $101,460
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers does
You'll oversee construction crews and extraction workers on job sites, coordinating schedules, ensuring safety compliance, and managing quality control. This role requires solid experience in construction or extraction work and strong leadership skills.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Construction Laborers — $47,120/yr
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- Electricians — $63,190/yr
- Carpenters — $60,580/yr
- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators — $59,850/yr
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