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Formwork Specialist

Crafts & Construction

Formworkers carry out simple or complex formwork work in building construction and civil engineering. They produce various types of formwork for recesses, walls, ceilings, beams, stairs and pillars. They also carry out the following activities:

Entry
~CHF 55'000
CHF 4'583/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 69'000
CHF 5'750/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 84'180
CHF 7'015/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)
Duration36 months
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ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School
Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship
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Starting salary: CHF 55'000/year
Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics5/10
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🔬 Science4/10
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💻 IT3/10
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🔧 Manual8/10
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🎨 Artistic2/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10
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🎨 Creativity4/10
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🤝 Social Contact4/10
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💪 Physical Demands9/10
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🔮 Future Outlook5/10
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🔥 Demand (current)7/10
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AI Risk4/10
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