About the role
Road and construction workers without professional certification work on the construction and maintenance of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and railways. They may have practical experience and knowledge through fieldwork, but lack formal vocational training. Working in this profession can be a gateway to later obtaining a professional certificate.Responsibilities
Their responsibilities include excavation, trenching, paving, and concrete work. They assist with groundworks, handle machinery and tools, and ensure that safety regulations are followed. Road and construction workers also contribute to maintaining order and cleanliness at the worksite.Skills and tools
Skills required include good physical condition, the ability to work in a team, and an understanding of construction technical drawings. They use tools such as shovels, rollers, and smaller machines. Knowledge of safety regulations and basic machine operation is also important. Common competencies demanded by employers are stensättning, rörläggning and anläggningsarbete.