In Portugal, there are poorly spoken professions that guarantee wages above 2000 euros monthly without requiring a college degree. AVAC installer, tooling, industrial tuber, maintenance technician and specialized mechanic are some of the examples. These are technical functions, often removed from career debates, but they continue to offer income above the national average and to open doors to solid professional paths for those who choose the path of practical training.
According to data from the Human Resource website, these occupations can provide annual salaries between 25,000 and 60 thousand euros, which, distributed throughout the year, equals monthly remuneration that exceed 2000 euros. The functions stand out not only for the financial appreciation, but also for the stability and scarcity of qualified professionals.
Highly valued technicians
The AVAC technician is responsible for the installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. It is one of the most demanding professions in the construction and technical management of buildings. Increasing attention to energy efficiency and compliance with European standards have contributed to the valorization of this technical profile.
The industrial tubista, an essential professional in sectors such as energy or petrochemicals, develops his work in large -scale industrial environments. The complexity of the function and the need for practical certifications justify wages that may exceed 40,000 euros annually, according to the same source.
The toolmaker, in turn, has a crucial role in the manufacture and maintenance of molds used in industrial production. The necessary technical specialization and the reduced offer of professionals contribute to remuneration that reach 60 thousand euros per year.
Practical qualification instead of a diploma
The functions of maintenance technician and specialized mechanic also integrate this list. Training obtained in professional courses or technical training centers, these professionals are valued for their direct intervention capacity in industrial systems and equipment.
Also according to, maintenance technicians can receive between 20 thousand and 35 thousand euros annual, while highly specialized mechanics can reach similar or higher values, depending on the sector where they work.
These professions, although outside the media radar, play a key role in the functioning of sectors such as industry, energy and technical services. Without university education, but with high technical knowledge and practical experience, they are increasingly sought by companies facing qualified labor shortages.
In a country where the academic path continues to be seen as the main way to professional appreciation, these five professions prove that with the right competences, it is possible to achieve high salaries, even without diploma.
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