4 x Carpenter-CITY OF GWERU 

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: CARPENTER X4 (FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
GRADE: 5
DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING SERVICES
REPORTING TO: MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above mentioned position which has become vacant in the Engineering Services Department.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A successful candidate should have the following qualifications and experience

• Class 1 Carpentry and Joinery Journeyman Card.
• National Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• A clean criminal record.

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in carpentry.
• Ability to understand directions and read blueprints.
• Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade.
• Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods.
• Honest, reliable and responsible.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work in teams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designing and installing wooden structures.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings and sketches.
• Repairing and renovating wooden structures.
• Measuring, cutting and joining materials made of wood and wood substitutes.
• Fitting and installing trim, doors, stairs and hardware.
• Measuring, marking and arranging materials.
• Erecting and dismantling scaffolding
• Ensuring the accuracy of work by checking completed projects.
• Any other duties assigned.

Please note that onsite interviews with the shortlisted candidates will be conducted.