The Yawn-Inducing Hall of Fame: Top 15 Most Boring Jobs
The World's Most Boring Jobs—and How Much They Pay
Ever had a job that made watching paint dry seem like a thrilling pastime? Some jobs, despite being crucial cogs in the societal wheel, are notorious for their snooze-inducing nature.
Here's a look at the top 15 jobs that might have you resisting the yawns, but remember, one person's "boring" is another person's "blissfully undemanding."
Elevator Operator
Salary: $25,000 - $30,000 per year
Job Description: Operating an elevator, assisting passengers, and maybe providing some small talk.
Why It's Boring: Picture this: You're in a box. All day. Going up. Going down. Repeat. The highlight of your day is asking, "Which floor?"
Traffic Counter
Salary: $25,000 - $35,000 per year
Job Description: Sit or stand by the roadside and tally vehicles for traffic surveys.
Why It's Boring: You count cars. That's it. Maybe you get wild and count a truck or a bike, just for a change of scenery.
Professional Line Stander
Salary: $15 - $35 per hour
Job Description: Stand in line for people who don’t want to wait for new product releases or popular events.
Why It's Boring: You stand in line. For hours. For someone else. The upside? You're now an expert at identifying different types of sidewalk cracks.
Security Guard at a Remote Location
Salary: $25,000 - $40,000 per year
Job Description: Monitor and protect property against prohibited activity and damage.
Why It's Boring: You protect a place where nothing ever happens. Your main adversary is the urge to take a nap.