Multi-Trader / Carpenter / Builder

About us

We are Optimal Maintenance & Construction, part of the Optimal Group.

We offer a professional service to a variety of clients from housing associations to high-end estate agents. This could be a carpenter to fit a new door lock, a gas safe plumber to install a new boiler or a full property refurbishment.

The role

We are looking to recruit a dynamic Multi-trader / Carpenter / Builder to join our team. You will be responsible for carrying out property repairs, maintenance tasks and property inspections.

You will deliver exceptional customer service and support the Maintenance & Refurbishment team.

What you will be doing

• Visiting properties to diagnose and carryout repairs as per the schedule arranged for that day.
• Carry out basic plumbing (e.g. unblocking drains/gutters, fixing leaks and changing taps/waste).
• Carry out basic electrics (e.g. changing bulbs/fittings, replacing switches or sockets).
• Carry out basic carpentry (e.g. changing locks, handles).
• Carry out basic painting and decorations.
• Carry out basic handyman services (e.g. installation of blinds).
• Carry out full refurbishments (new kitchens/bathroom).
• Travel between jobs in and around London.
• Update jobs via eworks portal ensuring reports are written thoroughly and good quality pictures are taken.
• Where jobs are to be quoted for to provide a report with the materials needed, and time needed to carry out the further repairs along with a description of the issue and the sets needs to rectify the issue.

Requirements

About you

• You are multi – skilled within the construction trade.
• Ability to carry out basic electrical duties/installations.
• Ability to carry out basic plumbing work.
• Ability to carry out basic carpentry and joinery duties.
• Have your own tool kit.
• Clean valid UK driving licence- we will send check prior to interview
• Trustworthy and carry out a high standard of work at all times
• Flexible.
• Ability to diagnose and carry out repairs whilst on site including ability to source materials required.
• Able to prove high standard of work through client references, vetting sites such as check a trade and photos if possible.

Benefits

• Overtime and weekend work available
• Monthly pay
• Fuel card- no upfront costs
• Van