Pay Me For My Experience, Not My Time: SVG PNG JPEG PDF
🛠️ Skilled Tradesman SVG – “Pay Me for My Experience, Not My Time” Design
If you work with your hands, solve problems most people can’t, and have years of hard-earned know-how, then this Skilled Tradesman SVG is for you. The bold shield-style graphic says what every contractor, mechanic, electrician, or carpenter has probably thought: “Pay Me for My Experience, Not My Time.”
Crafted in a rugged, distressed style with vintage flair, this black silhouette design comes on a transparent background, making it ideal for vinyl decals, work shirts, toolboxes, banners, job site signs, or even motivational shop wall art. The design includes a bold emblem paired with stylized cursive text, enclosed tightly in a shield — symbolizing strength, pride, and protection of one’s worth.
This isn’t just a graphic — it’s a statement. Whether you're in the trades or supporting someone who is, this piece drives home what matters most: work ethic, skill, and earned respect.
Included file types:
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SVG – for Cricut, Silhouette, Glowforge, or any laser cutter
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PNG – high-quality transparent background
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JPEG – easy to print and share
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PDF – perfect for signs or editable printouts
💪 Perfect for Hard-Working Professionals
Use this tradesman quote design for:
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Custom T-shirts for skilled workers or business owners
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Construction site signs or banners
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Wall decor in workshops, garages, or offices
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Gifts for carpenters, electricians, welders, or mechanics
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Inspirational stickers for toolboxes or gear
If you’re looking for something that represents your value, experience, and grit, this file delivers.
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Rugged Construction Graphics – Tools, machinery, and trade-themed graphics
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Father's Day Designs – Great for DIY Dads and blue-collar role models
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Rustic Tattoo Style Art – Distressed graphics with edge
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Bold Typography Quote Art – Text-based files with attitude
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Finance and Work-Ethic Graphics – Perfect for freelancers, hustlers, and entrepreneurs
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