Carpenters wanted In Christchurch

We are looking for experienced Carpenters to join our business, Extrastaff Limited. Our growing business requires organized and trustworthy individuals who pride themselves on quality workmanship. You must be motivated and result-driven. You might be asked to work across the country to assist with our projects, so flexibility on work locations is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, flooring, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools.
• Verify the trueness of structures, using a plumb bob and level.
• Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools.
• Select and order lumber or other required materials.
• 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.
• Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports.
• Inspect ceiling or floor tiles, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
• Erect scaffolding or ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses or buildings, using paint, hand tools, or paneling.
• Study drawings and create forming shutters for concrete work.
• Create structures, forms, or chutes for pouring concrete for large jobs.
• Arrange for subcontractors to handle special areas, such as heating or electrical wiring work.
• Cover subfloors with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet, or wood-strip-block floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base.
• Fill cracks or other defects in plaster or plasterboard and sand patch, using patching plaster, trowel, and sanding tools.
• Apply shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, or decorative paneling to ceilings or walls.
• Prepare cost estimates for clients or employers.
• Work with or remove hazardous materials.
• Perform minor plumbing, welding, or concrete mixing work.
• All other duties as assigned.

Pay Conditions:

Min $27.00 per hour to a maximum of $33.00 per hour. Hours of work: Minimum 30 hours of work guaranteed.

Skills and Experience Required:

• 2+ years relevant experience in carpentry OR relevant qualification is preferred but not essential.
• Friendly, with good time management & excellent work ethic.
• A commitment to learning and developing your skills within the industry.
• Sound knowledge of H&S procedures.
• Reliable and hardworking.

Location:

You will primarily work in Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke's Bay, Taranaki, Gisborne, Wellington, Nelson-Tasman, Canterbury, Southland, Northland, with occasional travel to Otago, West Coast, Whanganui-Manawatu, and Marlborough. This role is a permanent, full-time position.

Application:

If this sounds like you, please send your resume and a brief covering letter outlining your experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.