verkstæðismenn
Verkstæðismenn is an Icelandic term that translates to "workshop men" or "craftsmen." It generally refers to individuals who engage in skilled manual labor, typically within a workshop setting. This encompasses a broad range of professions, including mechanics, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, metalworkers, and other tradespeople. The term emphasizes their practical expertise and their ability to create, repair, and maintain physical objects and systems.
Historically, verkstæðismenn have been vital to the functioning of Icelandic society, particularly in maintaining fishing vessels,
The training for these professions often involves apprenticeships, vocational schools, and formal education in specific trades.