Joiner/Carpenters
Job Title: Joiner / Carpenter
Location: Central North Island and Auckland
Position: Full time 30 hours + per week guaranteed, likely to work 40-50 hours per week
Wage Rate: $30 - $35 – starting rate, pay rise reviews will apply, once NZ work experience is obtained
Start Date: 2025 and 2026
Closing Date: Ongoing
Job Overview:
This role involves the building, installing, repairing structures, fittings, and furniture in both residential and commercial settings. Joiner/Carpenters are highly-skilled tradesmen who require a solid understanding of building plans, building codes, and health and safety standards.
Your Responsibilities:
Install foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials.
Fit and install window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter's level, plumb bob, and laser levels.
Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.
Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
Inspect ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
Move necessary materials around jobsite as assigned.
Clean up worksite debris.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Capable of receiving and following instructions and communicating with co-workers.
Able to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
Attentive to detail and always alert to ensure safety experience.
3 years of experience in commercial or residential carpentry.
Ability to comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans and other specifications.
Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation.
Must either have a carpentry qualification and/or a minimum of 3 years' experience as a carpenter.
Next Steps:
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