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 a significant presence in Lenoir, NC, and projects a 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Lenoir earn an average of $1,511 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,368. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $41,748 annually for experienced professionals.
Organize and complete carpentry-related tasks at construction projects.Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete rough carpentry work, site logistical work, fencing, deck and platform building, protection systems, construction waste areas, and jobsite cleanup. Shape or cut materials to specified measurements. Erect scaffolding and ladders, as needed. Install structures and fixtures including but not limited to windows, frames, floorings, trim, and hardware. Review jobsite needs with superintendents and foremen, and coordinates construction. Estimate, inventory, monitor, and request time, staff, materials, and equipment needed to complete work. Operate equipment such as forklifts, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, compactor, and construction hoist. Assist with the overall site safety and quality programs as required (including daily participation in Pre-Task Plans) and ensure Trade employees/subcontractors compliance with Turner standards and all applicable safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security. Inspect all tools and power tools before use to ensure they are in safe and working condition. Comply with written safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers. Maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees. Ability to travel and accommodate night and weekend work as needed. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Display a high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations. Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned. External Description
See More Details >>Our company does full service remodeling and new construction in the Hickory, Lenoir, Morganton areas. You should be skilled at blue print reading, managing employees/subcontractors, good communication skills, "clean-cut", drug free, valid driver's license, and provide your own vehicle to and from job sites(work truck may be provided after.). This is a full time WORKING position. Our company does a lot of in-house and subcontractor work. In a bathroom remodel you, and crew, might do demo, framing, drywall finishing, molding, painting. If you do not know to complete this job from start to finish, with help of carpenter team and tradesman(plumbers, electricians, etc) then this is not for you The next job may be a exterior renovation of removing and replacing windows, roofing, and siding. We use same crew(s) to do different jobs. We also do new construction. On a new construction job we mainly do layoff, framing, molding, window and doors, sometimes roofing and siding. If you cannot lay off a new house, or steps, this is not your position. We are a forward thinking fast growing company with plenty of work to do. We specialize in working with lead paint, certified green, and use different techniques. We carry workers' compensation and general liability insurance. We are very professional and want our employees to be as well. This is not a job, but a career. You will work with a team of 1-5 carpenters. If this sounds like you please message us with details or a resume. We need to know your employment history, and pay history. We look to fulfill this position soon. Please specify when you could start and what your expected pay would be.
See More Details >>Job Title: Carpenter (12 month) Location: School Maintenance Dept. Reports to: Director of Maintenance Nature of Job: The Carpenter under supervision, does general carpentry work involved in the layout, construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings and institution equipment, furnishings, and other related duties. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Five years experience as a general Carpenter. Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, and tools of carpentry and other trades. Must have a valid NC Driver's License and maintain a good driving record. Must be physically able to perform standard tasks of the trade. Such alternatives to the about qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Performance Responsibilities: Make structural and finish repairs on building and construct miscellaneous carpentry items. Perform as a general Carpenter in both rough, finished carpentry and all-around handyman. Remodel office and workspace including partitions, paneling, walls, etc. for the purpose of ensuring safe and efficient utilization of space. Cuts and shapes materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall with hand and power tools (chisels, planes, electric drills, and saws) Respond to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and repairs. Plan and schedule jobs ensuring drawings, materials, and tools are available at the job. Use and maintain tools, materials, and equipment in a secure, safe, clean and orderly manner. Keep accurate records and reports. Responsible attitude toward job and co-workers. May serve as the lead in a crew. Ability to work from sketches, blueprints, oral, and written instructions required. Ability to design, draft, and direct construction of projects desired. Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Coordinates with assigned foreman and other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently. Participates in meetings. Workshops, training, and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform job functions. Assist with repairing and replacing of floors, roof sections, wall sidings, doors, and underpinnings for the purpose of ensuring District sites are maintained in safe working conditions. Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and repair. Builds forms for pouring concrete. Inspects wooden structures for safety of operations. Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire, grooming, and an effective work ethic. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working around students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the schools. Requirements: Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: Frequently lift up to fifty (50) pounds alone and one hundred (100) pounds with assistance. Occasionally work from ladders or scaffolding at heights over ten (10) feet. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time. Reach with hands and arms, use hands and fingers to handle objects to operate tools, computers, and controls. Environmental Demands: The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive. Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions. Exposure to heated/air-conditioned and ventilated facilities. Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and operation of equipment. Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.
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