9 of Maine's Dirtiest Jobs That Somebody Does

You have probably seen the photos and videos that went viral after a Kentucky miner didn't want to be late to his 3 year old son's first University of Kentucky basketball game, so he went straight to the game from work without showering.

So cool that it was more important to be there to see his son's excitement about his first game, than caring about his personal appearance. Since then he's been given tickets to games and other forms of recognition. Maybe he'll be Father of the Year.

I look at my hands and they are soft. Like ones that have never done a day's work. And it got me to thinking about

Dirty Jobs in Maine

In no particular order

Fishing

It is not so much dirty for a fisherman or woman, but it's that smell of the bait especially.

Farming

Thanks to all the farmers in Maine who don't worry about getting dirty, and working 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Machinist or Mechanic

No matter what you're making working as a machinist or a mechanic are dirty jobs.

Fire Fighters

Firefighters do a dirty and sometimes very dangerous job.

Construction

Constuction workers and those working on the roads are doing a dirty job.

Chimney Sweepers

Wondering if there are still people making a living as a Chimney Sweep. And a quick search says there are.

Printing

The printing industry has changed a lot, but it sure used to be such a dirty job. No way are you ever getting all that ink off your hands everyday. Or ever.

Outhouse or Porta Potty Cleaner

Rustic outhouse building in a wooded area. — Getty Images

No comment needed if cleaning an outhouse or a porta potty are dirty jobs.

HVAC

This guy must be the homeowner just taking a peek at the duct work. The real HVAC guy he had to call likely got dirty doing the job.

Thanks for the inspiration. For the rest of his life, your son will remember that you were at his first game.

25 High-Demand, High Wage Maine Jobs You Don't Need To Go To College For

Check out these jobs that don't need an Associates's or Bachelors's Degree, that are in demand here in the State of Maine and are projected to give you a comfortable living. Most of these jobs require a high school diploma or equivalent and just a few require some sort of postsecondary education that is not a degree. Check out the list and see what jobs are projected to be high-demand and provide high wages in the State of Maine through 2028 that do not need a degree.

Filed Under: Maine