Midlands State University
Carpenter (2 Posts: 1 Gweru Campuses, 1 Zvishavane Campus)
Qualifications and Experience
- Artisan Class 1 in Carpentry and Joinery.
- At least two years as a skilled carpenter doing repairs and maintenance for similar institutions.
- Experience as a Carpenter and Joiner on new works at construction site is an added advantage
Duties and Responsibilities
The Carpenter is responsible for the following duties:
- Reading and interpreting blueprints
- Assisting supervisors with structural design, planning, layout, and installation
- Carrying out all the carpentry repairs and maintenance on all buildings of the University
- Carrying out all carpentry repairs and maintenance of furniture e.g. chairs, desks, shelves, cupboards, cabinets etc for the University
- Carrying out all new carpentry works on buildings, furniture and facilities whenever this is not out-sourced
- Assessing and producing carpentry maintenance requirements for all University buildings and furniture on a regular basis
- Conducting repair work and installation of doors, windows, drywall, cabinets, stairs, and other fixtures as required
- Assessing the quality of woodwork and materials
- Operating tools, machines, and other equipment
- Ensuring compliance with local building codes, and health and safety regulations
- Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the Director Central Services, Amenities and Maintenance.
Person Specification
- The ability to multitask.
- The ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s) and names and email addresses of three referees to:
The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw
Application documents must be in a single scan pdf format. This advert will remain active until all the advertised posts have been filled.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be communicated to.