Copperbelt University
To work with wood to build and repair structures and other items including calculating quotes and creating design plans for remodelling projects.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Installs wooden structures such as roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists and stud work.
• Installs cabinets, shelving, fitted furniture, drywall and insulation.
• Adds fixtures and fittings such as door handles, locks, hinges and closures.
• Selects lumber by size and strength to suit each job, sourcing wood to suit the departmental budget and style.
• Monitors the number of fasteners and materials required for each job.
• Liaises with supervisor and user departments and other construction professionals.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
• Grade 12 full School Certificate with 5 “O” levels with Credit or better in English and Mathematics.
• Minimum of a Craft Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery or any other related field.
• Not less than one (1) year of practical experience.
Required Competencies and Behavioural Attributes
• Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact with technical staff and carry out tasks.
• Ability to operate civil engineering equipment.
Reporting Relationships
• Immediate Supervisor: Building Foreman
• Salary Scale: PSS08
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: Professional Certificate
Job application procedure
• Interested applicants meeting the above requirement should submit signed application letters, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, ZAQA validated copies of Academic Certificates, certified Professional Certificates and three (03) names of referees, two (02) of whom must be Professionally acquainted with the applicant.
• The applications in hard copies should be submitted to the undersigned not later than Friday 25th AUGUST 2023 or soft copies to [email protected].
• The Registrar
• The Copperbelt University
• Plot 4692, Jambo Drive, Riverside
• P O Box 21692
• KITWE