Sector
Construction
Keyword

Carpenter

Wood Joiner

Minimum 5th pass

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The tasks that a Joiner, Wood is expected to perform include:

Joining and assembling prefabricated wooden-plank boards, building fixtures, etc.

Using hand or power tools or both

Collecting prefabricated planks of required sizes

Joining required number of planks with double ended nails

Forming sides of structure

Assembling framework step by step

Sharpening tools

Making packing crates

Competent in fabricating, assembling or repairing wooden furnishings

Efficient in laying out and cutting wooden parts

Proficient in installing hardware and gaskets

Well-versed with laying linoleum on deck or ladder treads, using mastic, spreaders, and linoleum-cutting tools

Proficient in moulding, bending, and laminating wood

Competent in fabricating, assembling, and installing desks, chairs, and cabinets

Equipped to use woodworking machinery, such as jigsaws, planers, jointers and mortises

Competent in shaping irregular parts to fit

Efficient in joining matched grain wood, such as oak, mahogany, and teak

Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments like scales, square, and callipers

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Good hand-eye co-ordination

Basic mathematical skills Physically fit

Eye for details

Dexterity of hands

Depth perception

Near vision acuity

It is a not desk job

May need to handle a team Local travelling is a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company Shift system maybe available

Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needsThis job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL) and Hearing Impaired (HH)

The job is listed as mildly hazardous or dangerous under the Factories Act,1948 (Section 87)

Occupational hazards include physical strain, tiredness, asthma, respiratory tract infection, etc.

Health risks include exposure to wood dust, sap and the lichens associated with wood, adhesives, chemicals, etc.

For candidates with up to 2 years experience INR 12,000 to INR 16,500 per monthFor candidates with 2 to 5 years experience INR 16,500 to INR 20,500 per monthFor candidates with over 5 years experience INR 20,500 to INR 23,000 per month(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Growth of Construction Sector in India

The market value of construction sector in India is projected to expand up to INR 11954 billion by 2017. Continuously increasing infrastructure spending levels of the government has made the industry highly attractive among foreign investors in the recent years. The Construction sectors growth is expected to reach 7.5 percent by 2016-17 from current growth rates of 5.6 percent and is expected to contribute significantly to the countrys GDP in the next five years thereby showing its vital importance for the economic growth of the nation.

Construction sector is the 2nd largest employer in the country. The sector currently employs over 45 million employees and is slated to employ more than 76 million employees by 2022. This implies additional creation of approximately 31 million jobs in the 9 year period.

Employment in the Furniture Industry

NSSO employment data gives the total employment figures for the sector. Thus, the numbers are inclusive of the unorganized sector employment figures as well. According to its 68th Round, 50% of the total employment in furniture manufacturing is concentrated in the five states of West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar and Gujarat. West Bengal, UP and Maharashtra alone account for nearly 38% of the work force. Registered furniture factories have more potential in terms of employment generation as on an average one registered furniture factory generates 40 jobs whereas an unorganized factory generates just about three jobs. About 97% of the workforce involved in furniture sector are school drop outs. Of this, 88% have an education qualification of secondary education or less.

As the industry grows, so will the job opportunities for Joiner, Wood.

Local construction companies across India

Private contractors across India

Furniture manufacturers across India

Local carpentry shops Self-employed

Towns and cities across India

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Carpentry training centres and institutes across India

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