CARPENTER HELPER / GENERAL HELPER
Employer: RIVERS ENTERPRISE
Position: Carpenter Helper / General Helper
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: CI$8.75 per hour
Location: Cayman Islands
Minimum Experience: 9-10 years’ relevant experience
Work Hours: Full-time hours; must be available to work weekends and occasionally on public holidays as required.
JOB SUMMARY
RIVERS ENTERPRISE is seeking an experienced and dependable Carpenter Helper / General Helper to provide assistance with carpentry, construction, maintenance, and general labor activities.
The successful applicant must have a minimum of 9-10 years’ relevant experience, be physically capable of performing manual labor, have good knowledge of construction-site practices, and be able to work effectively under the direction of a supervisor or skilled carpenter.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful applicant will be required to:
• Assist carpenters with construction, repairs, renovations, installations, and maintenance.
• Measure, cut, prepare, carry, and organize construction materials.
• Assist with framing, drywall, doors, cabinets, trim, and other carpentry-related work.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and appropriately.
• Provide general labor assistance at construction and work sites.
• Load, unload, move, and organize materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Assist with site preparation and clean-up.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and skilled tradespersons.
• Comply with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Applicants must:
• Have a minimum of 9-10 years’ relevant experience in carpentry assistance, construction, general labor, or a related field.
• Have practical knowledge of general construction and carpentry work.
• Be capable of safely using basic hand tools and construction tools.
• Own and provide their own basic tools required for the position.
• Be physically fit and capable of lifting, carrying, standing, bending, and performing other manual labor duties.
• Be reliable, punctual, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team.
• Be willing to work weekends and occasionally on public holidays when required.
• Provide two (2) professional/work references.
• Provide a current resume/CV.
• Provide a police clearance/clear police record as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position involves working on construction and other work sites and may require:
• Outdoor and indoor work;
• Exposure to construction materials, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions;
• Manual handling and physical labor;
• Use of hand tools and power tools;
• Weekend and occasional public holiday work when required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary: CI$8.75 per hour.
Benefits include:
• Employer contribution toward health insurance in accordance with applicable Cayman Islands law.
• Employer pension contributions in accordance with applicable Cayman Islands law.
• 50% employer contribution toward health insurance, subject to the applicable statutory requirements and terms of the insurance plan.
PREFERENCE
Caymanian applicants and Permanent Residents with the legal right to work in the Cayman Islands are encouraged to apply and will be given preference in accordance with applicable Cayman Islands employment and immigration requirements.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should submit:
1. A current resume/CV;
2. Two (2) professional/work references;
3. Details of relevant employment experience;
4. Evidence of relevant qualifications or training, where applicable;
5. Police clearance/clear police record; and
6. Details of personal tools available for use in the position.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be submitted directly to:
RIVERS ENTERPRISE
Email: Riversenterprise345@gmail.com
Telephone: 345-917-9456
Application Deadline: 20-09-2026
Applicants should clearly state “Carpenter Helper / General Helper” in the subject line of their application.
RIVERS ENTERPRISE is committed to fair and transparent recruitment and encourages qualified Caymanian and Permanent Resident applicants to apply.
This vacancy is listed on WORC, the Cayman Islands government job portal. Applications go through the official channel.
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