Carpenter at Shining Hope For Communities

Key Responsibilities / Duties/ Tasks

• Carry out all repair works on the furniture, doors, windows, and any wooden material belonging to SHOFCO
• Handle all maintenance requests requiring repairs as assigned by the supervisor
• Responsible for ensuring that the work area and the workshop are kept clean
• Perform minor repairs in the buildings and sites.
• Perform preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical equipment on a scheduled basis.
• Replace broken windows, repair door, door locks and closets.
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly checklists on building and equipment maintenance procedures.
• Maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Support with renovation/remodelling of buildings.
• Obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts and order parts as needed.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Academic Qualifications

• A trade test certificate in craftwork / Artisanship in the following area :- Carpentry
• Secondary school certificate

Other requirements (unique/job specific)

• At least 1 year proven experience in a similar role
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other SHOFCO employees

Functional Skills

• Meeting timescales
• Adopting practical approaches
• Managing tasks
• Producing output

Behavioural Competencies/Attributes

• Following procedures
• Inviting feedback
• Team working
• Interacting with people

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their applications together with a detailed CV to jobskibera@shininghopeforcommunities.org. The Subject should clearly indicate the position being applied for. Applications without this information will not be considered. Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.