Carpenters and
joiners

Description

Carpenters and joiners construct, erect, install and repair wooden structures and fittings used in internal and external frameworks and cut, shape, fit and assemble wood to make templates, jigs, scale models and scenic equipment for theatres.

Tasks

examines drawings and specifications to determine job requirements
selects and measures appropriate wood and cuts, shapes and drills to specification using saws, planes, chisels and other power or hand tools
aligns and fixes prepared wood pieces by screwing, nailing, gluing and dowelling to form frames, shop fronts, counter units, decking, theatrical sets, furniture, small wooden craft, scale models and wooden templates
checks accuracy of work with square, rule and spirit level
maintains and repairs woodwork and fittings.

Educational Requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements, though GCSEs/S grades are advantageous. Entry is typically through an apprenticeship or traineeship approved by ConstructionSkills leading to an NVQ/SVQ in General Construction at Level 3.