Construction Carpenters
Also called:
Carpenter, Lead Carpenter, Assembler, Finish Carpenter
see titles from the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, or Navy.
Structural Apprentice; Structural Helper; Structural Journeyman
Carpentry and Masonry Specialist
Basic Engineer, Construction, and Equipment Marine; Combat Engineer
Builder; Builder Basic
What they do:
Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools.
On the job, you would:
- 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.
- Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
Engineering and Technology
- building and construction
- mechanical
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
Business
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Basic Skills
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
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Hand and Finger Use
- hold or move items with your hands
- put together small parts with your fingers
Endurance
- exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Physical Strength
- lift, push, pull, or carry
- use your lower back and stomach
Spatial
- imagine how something will look after it is moved around or changed
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Initiative
- Cooperation
- Integrity
- Independence
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You might use software like this on the job:
Project management software
- Bosch Punch List
- Craftsman CD Estimator
Accounting software
- Intuit QuickBooks software
- Intuit Quicken software
Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
- Wilhelm Publishing Threshold
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high school diploma or
some college
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$40,010
per year, on average
This work is part of the .
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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In the military:
see titles from the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, or Navy.
