House builders erect, maintain and repair houses and similar small buildings using either traditional or modern techniques and materials.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of House builders earn a salary between $1,956 and $4,533 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level House builders ranges from $1,956 to $3,331.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $2,066 and $3,735 per month.
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Tasks and duties
- Preparing ground for erecting building or other structures
- Erecting structures to support roofs, and building and covering walls with appropriate materials
- Fixing rafters to roofs and covering with roofing material
- Levelling floors to make them smooth and serviceable
- Maintaining and repairing existing structures
- Arranging for specialized work such as bricklaying, painting, plumbing and electrical wiring to be done by subcontractors
- Coordinating and supervising the activities of subcontractors, labourers and other workers
