Jobs / Physical work / 47-4031.00
Fence Erectors
Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.
- US jobs
- 24,480
- Median wage
- $47,980 a year
- Job family
- Physical work
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Typical tasks
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- Establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, drawings, or specifications.
- Align posts, by lines or sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.
- Attach rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
- Dig postholes, using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.
- Attach fence rail supports to posts, using hammers and pliers.
- Assemble gates, and fasten gates into position, using hand tools.
- 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.
- Nail top and bottom rails to fence posts, or insert them in slots on posts.
- Discuss fencing needs with customers, and estimate and quote prices.
Other job titles for this occupation (16)
Fence Builder · Fence Contractor · Fence Erector · Fence Installer · Fence Laborer · Fence Mechanic · Fence Technician (Fence Tech) · Gate Technician (Gate Tech) · Wood Fence Erector · Chain Link Fence Installer · Fence Repairman · Installer · Laborer · Wire Fence Builder · Wire Fence Erector · Wood Fence Installer