Skill pathway

Power Tools

Trades & Construction

Power Tools is one of the skills Australian employers list in job ads we track. Below is the free training that builds it and the work it leads to.

95 courses
43 careers
5 jobs

Why employers ask for Power Tools

Power Tools shows up in the skill requirements for 43 of the Australian careers we track, including Construction Labourer, Carpenter, Visual Arts and Crafts Professionals. 5 of the job listings currently on SkillHarbour name it as a requirement.

Where to learn Power Tools

Start here (beginner)

Nationally Recognised Training

Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic

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Certificate III in Gas Fitting

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Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology

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Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction

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Certificate III in Civil Foundations

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Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology

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Certificate III in Appliance Service

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Certificate III in Engineering - Textile Mechanic

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Certificate III in Plumbing

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Certificate IV in Engineering

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Certificate III in Engineering - Production Systems

Government funded
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Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Government funded
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Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade

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Certificate IV in Farriery

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Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Chief Integrated Rating)

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Certificate IV in ESI Generation Maintenance (Mechanical)

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Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

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Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Integrated Rating)

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Certificate II in Bituminous Surfacing

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Security Screen Skill Set

Government funded
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Exterior Shading Installer Skill Set

Government funded
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Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

Government funded
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Certificate III in Shading and Security Screens

Government funded
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Certificate IV in Advanced Jewellery Manufacture

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MTA012 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - titanium alloys

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Certificate III in Civil Construction

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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

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Certificate III in Engineering - Patternmaking Trade

Government funded
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Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture

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Certificate III in Upholstery

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Certificate III in Engineering - Toolmaking Trade

Government funded
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Certificate III in Locksmithing

Government funded
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Underwater Tools Operator Skill Set

Government funded
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Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

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Certificate III in Engineering - Casting and Moulding Trade

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Stabiliser Support Staff Skill Set

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MTA031 Aircraft welding using the gas tungsten arc welding process - nickel alloys

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Skill Set for Hydraulic Maintenance of Saw Technology

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MTA028 Aircraft welding using the gas tungsten arc welding process - magnesium alloys

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MTA044 Aircraft welding using the manual metal arc welding process - copper based alloys

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Skill Set for Pneumatic Maintenance of Saw Technology

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Rolling Stock Maintenance (Mechanical) Skill Set

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MTA022 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - carbon and low alloy steels

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MTA023 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steel

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Certificate II in Civil Construction

Government funded
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Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade

Government funded
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MTA010 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - nickel alloys

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Certificate III in Furniture Finishing

Government funded
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Operator of Spreader Skill Set

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MTA021 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - magnesium alloys

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Operator of Stabiliser Skill Set

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MTA033 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - magnesium alloys

Government funded
Beginner
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MTA024 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - nickel alloys

Government funded
Beginner
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MTA007 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - magnesium alloys

Government funded
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Certificate III in Fire Protection

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MTA034 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - carbon and low alloy steels

Government funded
Beginner
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MTA025 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - copper based alloys

Government funded
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MTA026 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - titanium alloys

Government funded
Beginner
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA036 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - nickel alloys

Government funded
Beginner
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA037 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - copper based alloys

Government funded
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Groundskeeping and Maintenance

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MTA045 Aircraft welding using the manual metal arc welding process - titanium alloys

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Certificate III in Watch and Clock Service and Repair

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Operator of Stabiliser (using foam bitumen) Skill Set

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MTA006 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - aluminium alloys

Government funded
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MTA011 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - copper based alloys

Government funded
Beginner
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA043 Aircraft welding using the manual metal arc welding process - nickel alloys

Government funded
Beginner
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MTA038 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - titanium alloys

Government funded
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Basic Technician Network Build and Operate Skill Set

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MTA067 Aeronautical product component parts - metal spinning lathe operations

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MTA040 Aircraft welding using the manual metal arc welding process - magnesium alloys

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Certificate IV in ESI Generation Maintenance (Fabrication)

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MTA042 Aircraft welding using manual metal arc welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steels

Government funded
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA029 Aircraft welding using the gas tungsten arc welding process - carbon and low alloy steels

Government funded
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Certificate III in Engineering - Electronic Trade

Government funded
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Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Government funded
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MTA030 Aircraft welding using gas tungsten arc welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steel

Government funded
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA035 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steels

Government funded
Beginner
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA039 Aircraft welding using the manual metal arc welding process - aluminium alloys

Government funded
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA041 Aircraft welding using the manual metal arc welding process - carbon and low alloy steels

Government funded
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA032 Aircraft welding using the plasma arc welding process - aluminium alloys

Government funded
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MTA020 Aircraft welding using the gas metal arc welding process - aluminium alloys

Government funded
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MTA009 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - corrosion and heat resisting steels

Government funded
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Nationally Recognised Training

MTA008 Aircraft welding using the gas welding process - carbon and low alloy steels

Government funded
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Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation

Government funded
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Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation

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Civil Works - Installation of Pit and Pipe and FDH Skill Set

Government funded
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Basic Restricted Cabler Registration Skill Set

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Basic Open Cabler Registration Skill Set

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Digital Antenna System and Component Installation Skill Set

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MTA027 Aircraft welding using the gas tungsten arc welding process - aluminium alloys

Government funded
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Certificate II in Plumbing Services

Government funded
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Packt

Linux Command Line Masterclass - Beginner To Power User

Free
Beginner
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Learn to Care

Safe Use of Hand and Power Tools

Paid
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IBM

Generative AI for Sales Professionals

Free
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Careers that use Power Tools

Construction Labourer

$58k – $80k · needed at level 3 of 5

Carpenter

$75k – $105k · needed at level 3 of 5

Visual Arts and Crafts Professionals

$108k · needed at level 3 of 5

Precision Metal Trades Workers

$80k · needed at level 3 of 5

Vehicle Body Builders and Trimmers

$100k · needed at level 3 of 5

Jewellers

$91k · needed at level 3 of 5

Carpenters and Joiners

$92k · needed at level 2 of 5

Floor Finishers

$97k · needed at level 3 of 5

Painting Trades Workers

$72k · needed at level 2 of 5

Glaziers

$96k · needed at level 3 of 5

Plasterers

$96k · needed at level 3 of 5

Electrician

$80k – $120k · needed at level 2 of 5

Panelbeaters

$96k · needed at level 2 of 5

Electrical Distribution Trades Workers

$142k · needed at level 2 of 5

Vehicle Painters

$98k · needed at level 2 of 5

Cabinetmakers

$73k · needed at level 3 of 5

Bricklayers and Stonemasons

$120k · needed at level 2 of 5

Metal Casting, Forging and Finishing Trades

Not published · needed at level 2 of 5

Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics

$109k · needed at level 2 of 5

Roof Tilers

$80k · needed at level 3 of 5

Gardeners

Not published · needed at level 2 of 5

Plumber

$80k – $120k · needed at level 2 of 5

Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers

$88k · needed at level 2 of 5

Greenkeepers

$76k · needed at level 2 of 5

Sheetmetal Trades Workers

$82k · needed at level 2 of 5

Wall and Floor Tiler

$57k · needed at level 3 of 5

Paving and Surfacing Labourers

$72k · needed at level 3 of 5

Fire and Emergency Workers

$129k · needed at level 3 of 5

Boat Builders and Shipwrights

$114k · needed at level 2 of 5

Fencers

$65k · needed at level 3 of 5

Forestry and Logging Workers

Not published · needed at level 2 of 5

Railway Track Workers

$139k · needed at level 3 of 5

Metal Engineering Process Workers

$63k · needed at level 3 of 5

Handypersons

$80k · needed at level 2 of 5

Other Miscellaneous Labourers

$80k · needed at level 3 of 5

Industrial Spraypainters

$89k · needed at level 2 of 5

Structural Steel Construction Workers

$151k · needed at level 3 of 5

Product Assemblers

$62k · needed at level 3 of 5

Concreters

$115k · needed at level 3 of 5

Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters

Not published · needed at level 2 of 5

Plastics and Rubber Factory Workers

$84k · needed at level 4 of 5

Mixed Crop and Livestock Farm Workers

Not published · needed at level 3 of 5

Insulation and Home Improvement Installers

$84k · needed at level 2 of 5

Jobs asking for Power Tools

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