Carpenter

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Ability to Supervise

1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Physically demanding, Large workload, Handling heavy loads, Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal Suitability

Excellent written communication, Excellent oral communication, Team player

Additional Skills

Prepare tenders and quotations, Survey building locations and levels, Supervise other workers

Major Work Area

Construction, Renovation

Specific Skills

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements, Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools, Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials, Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware, Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments