What is a craft worker and how to become one

Key steps to become a craft worker

1. Explore craft worker education requirements

   Most common craft worker degrees

   High School Diploma

   35.5 %

   Associate

   27.4 %

   Bachelor's

   24.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific craft worker skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Plumbing	15.32%
   Ladders	14.84%
   General Maintenance	10.79%
   HVAC	9.33%
   Hoists	7.44%

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3. Complete relevant craft worker training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New craft workers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a craft worker based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real craft worker resumes.

4. Research craft worker duties and responsibilities

   • Work extensively on autoclaves, lyophilizers, pressure vessels and pumps.
   • Install open and conceal wiring including lighting fixtures, relays and switches.
   • Remove insulation materials associate with repairing pipes & fittings using OSHA approve methods.
   • Identify and repair a variety of light plumbing problems, replacing fixtures and equipment.

5. Apply for craft worker jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a craft worker job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams