General Handyman

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Company Name: Steyn City School
Closing Date: 20 August 2025


Key Responsibilities Include:

Repair and Maintenance:

  • Fixing minor plumbing issues (leaky faucets, clogged drains)

  • Handling basic electrical repairs (replacing outlets or light fixtures)

  • Repairing or replacing drywall and addressing other general maintenance needs

Carpentry:

  • Assembling furniture

  • Building or repairing wooden structures like decks or fences

  • Installing shelves and fixing damaged woodwork

Painting:

  • Preparing surfaces

  • Applying paint and filling gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, or other surfaces

Installation:

  • Installing fixtures like ceiling fans, light fixtures, bathroom accessories, and various hardware

Cleaning and Upkeep:

  • Maintaining cleanliness in work areas

  • Performing landscaping tasks and ensuring the general upkeep of properties

Assessment and Reporting:

  • Identifying potential issues

  • Assessing the scope of work

  • Reporting maintenance needs to supervisors or clients

Customer Service:

  • Interacting with clients, providing estimates, and ensuring their needs are met

Safety and Compliance:

  • Following safety procedures

  • Using tools and equipment responsibly

  • Adhering to workplace health and safety rules


Skills and Competencies:

  • Practical Skills: Proficiency in using various hand and power tools

  • Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose and resolve common maintenance and repair issues

  • Teamwork

  • Cooperation

  • Customer Service Orientation

  • Attention to Detail


Minimum Requirements:

  • NCS with functional numeracy and literacy (English)

  • Previous experience in performing general maintenance work on properties

  • Code 10 Drivers Licence (with PDP)


To apply, please send a detailed CV, along with a covering letter and the contact details of three referees, to:
Email: careers@steyncityschool.co.za
Subject: General Handyman


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