The skilled trades in one grid
Behind every building and repair is a skilled tradesperson, and this puzzle gathers them. You'll be hunting for the big ones — the PLUMBER, ELECTRICIAN and CARPENTER — the specialists from the BRICKLAYER to the PLASTERER and ROOFER, and the tools of the job, from the TOOLBOX to the SCAFFOLD.
Because every new puzzle calls a different crew, no two trades word searches are the same. One round you're finding the LOCKSMITH in the diagonals; the next a backwards GLAZIER is hiding in the corner.
Great for careers lessons
The trades are a brilliant topic for careers education — practical, respected and full of opportunity. A word search is a friendly way to learn the names of the roles and what each one does.
With no timer, it's a relaxed shift. Spotting APPRENTICE tucked diagonally into a corner is a small, well-built win.
How to play
Drag across a word, or click its first and last letter — both work. Each trade you find locks in with its own colour and ticks off the list, so you always know who's still on the job.
Want a bigger challenge? Switch to Medium or Hard for a larger grid with diagonal and reverse words. Stuck on one? Tap Hint for a nudge, or Solve to finish the build at once.
Print a trades word search pack
Tap Download for a printable PDF of fresh trades puzzles, with optional answer keys. Choose how many you want and how many per page — perfect for a careers lesson, a community topic, or a homework club.
Add a name-and-date line and you've got ready-to-print worksheets in seconds, free and account-free.
Frequently asked questions
Which trades are in the word search?
The skilled trades — plumber, electrician, carpenter, builder, welder and more. Each puzzle uses a fresh selection.
Is the trades word search free to print?
Yes. Play free online or download a printable PDF pack with optional answer keys — great for classrooms, no sign-up required.
Is it suitable for kids?
Absolutely. Easy mode uses a small grid with no diagonals or reverse words, perfect for careers and community topics.