Assistant Handyman (Internal vacancy) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

• Assist Handyman to execute minor maintenance repairs (and/or new installations) on campus and other designated buildings as well as assisting in moving/arranging furniture & equipment.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Grade 9
• At least two (2) years relevant experience working in a general building or the construction sector 
• Driver's license will be an added advantage
   

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Assisting the Handyman in completion of multi-disciplinary minor maintenance work in academic and residence buildings in the following areas:
• Plumbing works - Unblocking/replacements of toilets, showers, basins, sinks and drains
• Carpentry works - Replacements and minor repairs
• Electric works - Changing of light bulbs and starters
• Painting: - Minor painting work and patching of holes
• Paving work - Repairs to paving distortions caused by various factors
• Client Assistance - Assist with moving/arranging furniture and equipment
• Safety - Ensure that safety measure are observed & report health and safety issues
• Building Inspections - Inspection of buildings to ascertain any faults
• Cleaning - Cleaning of roof sheets, roof gutters and full bores
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Maintenance Foreman or Maintenance Manager.
   

Competencies

• Ability to handle change
• Good oral communication
• Technical/professional knowledge and skills
• Applied Learning
• Safety Awareness
• Problem solving skill
• Somebody that is driven to perform and self-motivated to improve
• Able to perform as part of a team or individually