Carpenters and joiners cut, shape, assemble, erect, maintain and repair various types of structures and fittings made from wood and other materials.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Carpenters and joiners earn a salary between R5 541 and R17 235 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Carpenters and joiners ranges from R5 541 to R10 466.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R6 753 and R13 329 per month.
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Duties and tasks
- Making, altering and repairing structural and other woodwork at a workbench and on a construction site
- Constructing, erecting and installing heavy-framed wooden structures on building sites
- Fitting, assembling and altering internal and external fixtures of buildings, such as walls, doors, door and window frames, facings and panelling
- Making, repairing and fitting scenic equipment for theatrical performances and motion picture or television productions
- Constructing, assembling, altering and repairing wooden fixtures and fittings in train coaches, aircraft, ships, boats, floats, and other vehicles