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Skills that pay: the trades in highest demand across Pakistan’s cities
From AC technicians in summer to solar installers year-round, here is where demand is heading — and what it means for workers choosing what to learn next.
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Demand for skilled trades in Pakistan’s cities is not spread evenly. It follows the seasons, the energy crisis and the way people now live — and the workers who read those patterns earn the most.
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AC jobs in peak summer vs. winter
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Trade categories on KarobarLink
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Cities live at launch
The seasonal multiplier is illustrative, based on pre-launch interest.
- AC technicians — the summer peak is intense and starts earlier every year.
- Solar installers — steady demand as households look for relief from bills.
- Electricians — always needed, and the base skill for solar and CCTV work.
- Plumbers — a monsoon spike on top of year-round repairs.
- CCTV installers — growing fast with homes and small shops alike.
The most resilient workers add a second, related skill rather than starting over. An electrician who learns solar installation, or an AC technician who also services refrigerators, stays busy when one season goes quiet.
Summer pays for the year, but solar keeps me working in December.
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