Carpenters
What is a Carpenter?
A carpenter is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in working with wood, plywood, and other materials to construct, install, and repair structures and fixtures. Their work can encompass a wide range of tasks, including framing buildings, constructing cabinets, installing doors and windows, creating furniture, and performing finishing work like molding and trim. Carpenters often collaborate with architects, builders, and other contractors to ensure that projects meet design specifications and safety standards. They utilize a variety of tools, from hand tools like hammers and saws to power tools such as nail guns and table saws, to execute precise cuts and assemble materials. Carpenters may work in residential construction, commercial projects, or in specialty areas like cabinetry or scenic construction in theater and film. The career requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a good sense of spatial awareness. Additionally, carpenters may need to interpret blueprints and technical drawings, requiring some level of mathematical competency. Overall, carpentry is a versatile trade that combines artistic expression with practical construction skills.
Tasks
- Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
- Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
- Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
Technology Skills
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Accounting software
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Job costing software
- Quicken
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Project management software
- Bosch Punch List
- Estimating software
- Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal
- VirtualBoss
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Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
- Wilhelm Publishing Threshold
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
Tools Used
- Levels
- Power saws
- Ladders
- Screwdrivers
- Tape measures
Knowledge
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Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
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Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
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Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
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Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
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Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Abilities
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Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
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Visualization
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
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Finger Dexterity
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
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Manual Dexterity
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
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Less than high school diploma
Work Activities
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
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Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Detailed Work Activities
- Clean work sites.
- Mark reference points on construction materials.
- Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
- Assemble temporary equipment or structures.
- Cut wood components for installation.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$37440.0 - $94580.0
New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.