Carpenter (331212)

TRASkill Level 3MLTSSL

Description

Constructs, erects, installs, renovates and repairs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Studying drawings and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
  • Ordering and selecting timbers and materials, and preparing layouts
  • Cutting materials, and assembling and nailing cut and shaped parts
  • Erecting framework and roof framing, laying sub-flooring and floorboards and verifying trueness of structures
  • Nailing fascia panels, sheathing roofs, and fitting exterior wall cladding and door and window frames
  • Assembling prepared wood to form structures and fittings ready to install
  • Cutting wood joints
  • May construct concrete formwork
  • May repair existing fittings
  • May work with plastic laminates, perspex and metals

Alternative Titles

  • Fixing Carpenter
  • Formwork Carpenter
  • Prop and Scenery Maker

Assessment Documents

  • Trade qualification
  • Employment evidence
  • Portfolio (if required)
  • Passport
  • English test
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Carpenter (ANZSCO 331212) | Australian Occupation Guide