Stadt St.Gallen
St.Gallen
15 hours ago
Head of Workshop / Head of Operations Carpentry 100%
- 04 March 2026
- 100%
- St.Gallen
Job summary
Join the St. Gallen city team as a leading carpenter. Enjoy a supportive work environment with diverse tasks.
Tasks
- Lead the operation of the carpentry shop and perform repairs.
- Execute custom fabrications and support various construction groups.
- Assist with winter services, including snow removal and ice control.
Skills
- Completed training as a carpenter or equivalent, with experience.
- Proficient with vehicles and machinery for various tasks.
- Good IT skills to manage administrative tasks.
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About the job
Your new role
You will take over the professional management of the operations carpentry and independently carry out manufacturing and repair work on stairs as well as on individual custom components. You competently and solution-orientedly implement in-house productions and support the various construction groups with wood and general maintenance work throughout the entire city area. You actively contribute your extensive expertise in timber structures to all timber construction projects. In addition, you will deputize for the warehouse employee. In winter, you provide on-call service and actively participate in snow removal and combating winter slipperiness.
This varied position is suitable for you if
- You have completed training as a carpenter EFZ, joiner EFZ, or an equivalent qualification with several years of professional experience.
- You are skilled in handling vehicles and machines.
- You work reliably and are physically fit for these tasks.
- You hold a category B driving license, category C/CE is an advantage.
- You have good IT skills.
Good reasons to work for the City of St.Gallen:
Your new department
The City of St.Gallen offers a workplace for around 3,000 employees. In the Civil Engineering Office or Road Inspectorate, you can expect a wide range of exciting tasks and challenges as well as attractive conditions.
Our corporate culture
With us, you contribute personally together with colleagues to a livable city and the well-being of our diverse population. We foster an environment characterized by mutual respect and equal opportunities.
Our selection process
Please send us your application exclusively online by March 31, 2026. For questions about the position and the selection process, please contact Jürg Aerne, Head of Technical Services, phone 071 224 69 06.
We value diversity in all its forms and look forward to your perspective.
