This job can pay $100,000 without a degree and 1,800 spots are available. Rentals open for 4 days.

There is a golden opportunity for many people without a college degree who want to make a life-changing career change.

The Federal Aviation Administration is hiring thousands of air traffic controllers in 2024 to meet needs across the United States. Air traffic controllers work in airport towers and radar rooms to navigate planes through traffic and weather conditions, and ensure passengers arrive at their destinations safely.

This can pay off for those who are hired: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says the median salary for air traffic controllers is $137,380.

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The safety of the U.S. aviation system is due in large part to our skilled and dedicated air traffic controllers, so hiring and training new controllers is a major priority,” said FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker, in a press release this month. “We encourage anyone interested in a new challenge and rewarding career in security to explore this opportunity. »

The recruitment period is open from April 19 to 22.

According to the FAA, applicants will:

• be an American citizen.

• be able to speak English clearly.

• be under the age of 31 before the closing date of the application period.

• have either three years of general professional experience, four years of study leading to a bachelor’s degree, or a combination of both.

• pass a medical examination, security screening, and FAA air traffic pre-employment test.

The FAA says about 1,800 new controllers will be hired in 2024.

For application information, click this link.

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