Construction Worker

•Take instructions from carpenters to determine the day’s work and obtain plans and blueprints for each project. •Study blueprints to assess required tools, equipment, and supplies, and make arrangements to have them procured. •Set up and calibrate carpentry equipment at the beginning of the shift, ensuring that it is working correctly. •Acquire supplies such as wood, glue, and nails, after making sure that they are the right types and sizes. •Follow instructions to saw or cut wood pieces according to provided instructions for each project. •Set aside cut or chopped wood for use in projects and follow instructions to apply glue mixtures. •Assist carpenters in putting wood planks together by holding them in position and nailing and gluing them properly. •Hammer in nails and fit screws according to provided instructions and ensure that any loose nails or broken ones are replaced immediately.

THE APPLICANT NEEDS TO TRAVEL FOR WORK WITHIN THE REGION - THE NATURE OF THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY MEANS THE LOCATION OF WORK CHANGES. IT IS THE EMPLOYEE'S RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPENSE TO ARRANGE TRANSPORT FROM THEIR HOME TO AND FROM WORK, WHICHEVER LOCATION THEIR WORK IS FOR THE DAY, WITHIN THE REGION.