Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Mbarara University of Science and Technology

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• National Certificate in Woodwork Technology (NCWT), or Carpentry and Joinery Level II (Advanced Level Certificate).
• Possession of a National Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery shall be an added advantage
• Knowledge of mathematics, geometry, and engineering is beneficial.
• Carpentry and Joinery Certification like the Certified Journeyman Carpenter credential shall be an added advantage.
• Must not be above 30 years of age at the time of application.

Experience needed

• At least three (3) years' experience in carpentry and joinery. Hands on experience in making and repairing furniture in a busy institution shall be an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience in working with carpentry materials.
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction.
• Proficiency in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools such as powered saws, hammers, and rulers.
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings.

Responsibilities or duties

• Interpreting blueprints and drawing up plans to determine materials required and plans of action.
• Measuring, cutting, shaping, and smoothing lumber and other construction materials.
• Constructing building frameworks including walls, floors, and door frames.
• Ensuring that structures are level, square, securely assembled.
• Installing features such as doors, cabinets, stairs, and paneling, using leveling devices to ensure accurate installation of structures.
• Inspecting and replacing damaged frameworks, or other structures and fixtures.
• Operating and managing construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by adhering to safety and health regulations.
• Building scaffolding and other construction structures.
• Collaborating with other construction professionals such as electricians, plumbers, ad architects to ensure specifications are met.
• Providing advice and feedback to clients about the best materials and structures for their needs.
• Modifying building materials and creating custom cabinetry or other detailed architectural or furniture items, and performing minor calculations to assess load requirements and material dimensions.
• Replacing furniture and all structures in line with carpentry needs.
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

• Interpreting blueprints and drawing up plans to determine materials required and plans of action.
• Measuring, cutting, shaping, and smoothing lumber and other construction materials.
• Constructing building frameworks including walls, floors, and door frames.
• Ensuring that structures are level, square, securely assembled.
• Installing features such as doors, cabinets, stairs, and paneling, using leveling devices to ensure accurate installation of structures.
• Inspecting and replacing damaged frameworks, or other structures and fixtures.
• Operating and managing construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by adhering to safety and health regulations.
• Building scaffolding and other construction structures.
• Collaborating with other construction professionals such as electricians, plumbers, ad architects to ensure specifications are met.
• Providing advice and feedback to clients about the best materials and structures for their needs.
• Modifying building materials and creating custom cabinetry or other detailed architectural or furniture items, and performing minor calculations to assess load requirements and material dimensions.
• Replacing furniture and all structures in line with carpentry needs.
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction.
• Proficiency in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools such as powered saws, hammers, and rulers.
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings.

• National Certificate in Woodwork Technology (NCWT), or Carpentry and Joinery Level II (Advanced Level Certificate).
• Possession of a National Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery shall be an added advantage
• Knowledge of mathematics, geometry, and engineering is beneficial.
• Carpentry and Joinery Certification like the Certified Journeyman Carpenter credential shall be an added advantage.
• Must not be above 30 years of age at the time of application.