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Skilled workers · 8 min read · Published 2025-05-24

Skilled Worker CV for Technicians, Electricians, and Plumbers

How AC technicians, plumbers, handymen, carpenters, welders, and electricians can describe hands-on experience.

A skilled worker CV should show what you can do safely and practically. Employers want to see tools, systems, repair tasks, installations, materials, and safety habits.

Use the exact trade title: AC Technician, Electrician, Plumber, Handyman, Carpenter, Welder, Maintenance Technician, or Facilities Technician.

In the summary, mention your years of trade experience and strongest work areas, such as installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair, fabrication, or site support.

In work experience, describe the equipment or systems you handled. For AC, mention split units, duct cleaning, refrigerant checks, and maintenance. For electrical, mention wiring, panels, lighting, and testing.

Plumbers can mention pipe installation, leak repair, drainage, pumps, bathroom fixtures, and maintenance calls. Carpenters can mention measuring, cutting, fitting, doors, cabinets, and finishing.

Welders can mention welding types, fabrication, safety gear, materials, and quality checks. Handymen can mention general repairs, painting, basic plumbing, basic electrical, and facility support.

Add certificates, trade licenses, safety training, and driving license if you have them. These can help employers trust your readiness for site work.

Do not exaggerate. If you have assistant-level experience, write it honestly and show your willingness to learn under supervision.