Becoming a carpenter typically starts with an apprenticeship or vocational training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual wage of $41,748 in 2024, translating to approximately $803 per week. In Bradenton, FL, carpenters earn an average of $1,080 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,136 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a projected job growth of 8% from 2020 to 2030.
Carpenters - BRADENTON, Florida (Job Number: 548588) The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry. We're also looking at what's next for you and we can help you build a career you're proud of. We are seeking for Carpenters with experience for a Project located at BRADENTON, FL. For more information text/ call 407-453-8951. As a Carpenter for our Civil District you will contribute to our team by: • Ability to read plans and specifications. • Ability to print layouts. • Compliance with all Company Safety policies and procedures, such as making certain that proper safety scaffolding and other equipment is in place while performing job duties. • Securing and putting away all tools, equipment, and materials at the end of each workday. • Layout, set elevations and grade, install PVC water stop, set anchor bolts, block-outs and erecting and stripping gang forms. What you will bring to the role: • Good Attendance record with references from previous employer(s). • Safety certifications (OSHA) a plus. • At least 1 year of experience, preferably in heavy civil construction. • Strength to perform average lifting of up to 35 pounds and occasionally to 50 pounds, from the ground to waist level. Arm, hand, and finger dexterity with both hands involved in activities such as reaching, handling, and feeling • -and with good eyesight. • Should be able to navigate through the work-site on a daily basis. • Occasionally climbs up and down ladders, scaffolding and stairs. • Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, high places, and in excavated areas (PCL offers training & certifications as required). PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work everyday. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams. The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants an will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected] with the position and location you are interested in. Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started! Company: PCL Construction, Inc. Job Posting: Apr 11, 2025 Closing Date: Aug 31, 2025 Primary Location: United States-Florida-BRADENTON
See More Details >>Responsibilities: Brasfield & Gorrie is currently accepting applications for a Carpenter. Below are the main responsibilities for this position. (This description may not include all duties required of this position) • Build rough wooden structures, such as vertical and horizontal concrete forms, gang forms, blocking, Johnny clamp forms, scaffolds, tunnel, bridge, or sewer supports, billboard signs, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions • Must adhere to safety protocol, and work in a drug-free environment • Must be able to provide own tools including, but not limited to, hammer, speed square, tape measure, chalk box, pliers, and tool pouch. • May be required to work in outside all weather conditions Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience: • 3 years Commercial Construction Carpenter experience preferred. Experience with vertical and horizontal concrete forms, and gang forms preferred • Must be able to work at elevated heights, frequently lift materials weighing up to 50lbs and work in outside all weather conditions EOE/Vets/Disabilities
See More Details >>Carpenter - Brandenton - Bradenton, Florida (Job Number: 541895) The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry. We're also looking at what's next for you and we can help you build a career you're proud of. We are seeking for Carpenters with experience in the Bradenton, FL 34212 area. There may be opportunities for transfers to other projects in Florida. Local Candidates Preferred. *No Per Diem Available.* Hourly Range $22-29/hr based on experience. For more information please contact Christian Kayhanfar at 813-599-5527. As a Carpenter for our Civil District you will contribute to our team by: • Ability to read plans and specifications and do layouts. • Able to plan and schedule daily crane usage with other trades. • Earthwork and coordination of subcontractors. • Performing the 3-week look-aheads. • Monitoring of labor productivities. • Planning work activities. • Leading and developing of teams of tradesmen. • Compliance with all Company Safety policies and procedures, such as making certain that proper safety scaffolding and other equipment is in place while performing job duties. • Securing and putting away all tools, equipment, and materials at the end of each work day. • Layout, set elevations and grade, install PVC water stop, set anchor bolts, block-outs and erecting and stripping gang forms. What you will bring to the role: • Good Attendance record with references from previous employer(s). • Safety certifications (OSHA) a plus. • At least 1 year of experience, preferably in heavy civil construction. • Strength to perform average lifting of up to 35 pounds and occasionally to 50 pounds, from the ground to waist level. Arm, hand, and finger dexterity with both hands involved in activities such as reaching, handling, and feeling • -and with good eyesight. • Should be able to navigate through the work-site on a daily basis. • Occasionally climbs up and down ladders, scaffolding and stairs. • Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, high places, and in excavated areas. PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work everyday. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams. The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants an will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected] with the position and location you are interested in. Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started! Company: PCL Construction, Inc. Job Posting: Mar 13, 2025 Closing Date: Jun 07, 2025 Primary Location: United States-Florida-Bradenton
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