handyman

Handymen perform various maintenance and repair activities for buildings, grounds and other facilities. They repair and renovate structures and components, fences, gates and roofs, assemble furniture and perform plumbing and electrical activities. They check heating and ventilation systems, air quality and humidity in the building.

Alternative Labels

building handyman

building handyperson

building handywoman

building maintainer

building maintenance technician

building superintendent

building supervisor

handyman

handywoman

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

calculate costs of repair operations maintain customer service maintain records of maintenance interventions maintain work area cleanliness read technical datasheet use measurement instruments use personal protection equipment use power tools use traditional toolbox tools work ergonomically

Essential Knowledge

building construction principles carpentry domestic heating systems electrical wiring plans electricity fire safety regulations mechanics ventilation systems

Optional Skills and Competences

assemble prefabricated furniture clean building floors clean confined spaces dispose waste explain features of electrical household appliances follow safety procedures when working at heights identify condensation problems install floor coverings install insulation material install ventilation equipment install wall coverings maintain lighting equipment manage buildings' damp problems perform ground maintenance activities perform maintenance on fire alarm systems perform pest control perform weed control operations place sanitary equipment remove snow repair electronic components repair furniture parts repair household appliances repair plumbing systems repair ventilation equipment select hazard control use snow-removal equipment use specialised tools in electric repairs work in outdoor conditions

Optional Knowledge

construction product regulation energy

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/f4a25243-b06a-42a9-9c69-246853df63ad

Status

released

Occupations

handyman

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI