Carpenter/Builder
Job Description
About the role
Cosy Homes builds high quality, transportable, affordable homes. We are a Kaiapoi based family run business, which started with the goal to rethink the construction of a home from the ground up. Through years of research and testing, we have questioned every aspect of home construction and created a home that is quick to build and affordable, while also being robust, comfortable and incredibly well insulated. We are looking for an experienced carpenter/builder to join our small friendly team. This is a full time (40 hrs/week) permanent position working Monday to Friday at one location in Kaiapoi. Your role will mainly be focused on internal fit outs so will not be subjected to rain days nor require much heavy lifting.
Key responsibilities
Assemble flat pack joinery units (kitchens, wardrobes etc.)
Install basic joinery
Install pre-hung doors
Install skirting and architraves
Install window joinery
Build timber decks and steps
Basic yard duties
Read and understand fabrication drawings/plans
Cut, erect and install panels as per plans
Install aluminium and uPVC windows when required
About you
Good work ethic
Reliable and friendly
Physically fit
Minimum 3 years experience
Valid NZ work visa
Experience working with structural insulated panels, or an interest in being trained in this area, will be highly regarded
Benefits
A fantastic opportunity to work with a small, friendly team
The opportunity to make a difference in an innovative, rapidly growing company
* The satisfaction of helping people into their own high quality affordable home
About us
Cosy Homes builds high quality, transportable, affordable homes. We are a Kaiapoi based family run business, which started with the goal to rethink the construction of a home from the ground up. Through years of research and testing, we have questioned every aspect of home construction and created a home that is quick to build and affordable, while also being robust, comfortable and incredibly well insulated.
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