Carpenter Apprentice

Arch Staffing SA; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Staffing SA is seeking an Apprentice Carpenter in Cape Town to assist journeymen on framing operations and layout tasks. You will read blueprints, measure accurately, and handle circular and miter saws under supervision.

You will help install blocking, prepare work areas, and support door/window installation while maintaining clean, safe job sites. The role includes participating in classroom instruction and completing related assignments as part of the apprenticeship program, with on-site

Responsibilities

• Assist journeymen in framing operations: carry and distribute lumber, hold material during layout, and nail off sections under supervision
• Perform layout tasks: read tape measures, use squares, and mark cut lines accurately from blueprint dimensions
• Operate circular saw, miter saw, and drill/driver for cutting and fastening under journeyman supervision
• Install blocking and backing for future fixture points, fire blocking in framed cavities, and nailers for finish transitions
• Load and distribute materials on the job site: bring lumber, panels, and hardware to the work area as needed
• Set up and break down job site work areas: staging areas, saw stations, and material storage
• Assist with door and window installation: carry and position units, hold in place during shimming and fastening
• Perform rough cleanup tasks: clear scrap lumber, sweep subfloors, and maintain a safe and organized work area
• Attend apprenticeship classroom instruction and complete homework assignments for related technical instruction requirements
• Maintain and clean personal hand tools and power tools; report equipment damage or defects to the journeyman

Job description

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist journeymen in framing operations: carry and distribute lumber, hold material during layout, and nail off sections under supervision
• Perform layout tasks: read tape measures, use squares, and mark cut lines accurately from blueprint dimensions
• Operate circular saw, miter saw, and drill/driver for cutting and fastening under journeyman supervision
• Install blocking and backing for future fixture points, fire blocking in framed cavities, and nailers for finish transitions
• Load and distribute materials on the job site: bring lumber, panels, and hardware to the work area as needed
• Set up and break down job site work areas: staging areas, saw stations, and material storage
• Assist with door and window installation: carry and position units, hold in place during shimming and fastening
• Perform rough cleanup tasks: clear scrap lumber, sweep subfloors, and maintain a safe and organized work area
• Attend apprenticeship classroom instruction and complete homework assignments for related technical instruction requirements
• Maintain and clean personal hand tools and power tools; report equipment damage or defects to the journeyman