CAREERS TO CONSIDER

CARPENTRY

HVAC

PLUMBING

ELECTRICAL

MASONRY

WELDING

PAINTING

ROOFING

CONSTRUCTION
AND REMODELING

LANDSCAPING

PROPERTY
INVESTMENT

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

HANDYWORK

RESTORATION

Carpenters

Masters of building

Our cities wouldn’t be here without carpenters. Responsible for building the infrastructure of our communities, carpenters literally shape our society using a mix of traditional and modern materials, and tools. This staple profession is filled with creativity and innovation, and there’s always an abundance of jobs and exciting opportunities.

DID YOU KNOW?

72 %

of carpenters reported a
shortage of workers in 20201

REQUIREMENTS

Hand-Eye
Coordination

Attention
To Detail

Critical
Thinking

Physical
Stamina

Communication
Skills

STARTING SALARY

$36K-$90K2

JOBS AVAILABLE

956.3K3

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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build, repair and install structures and molding
  • Measure, shape and cut materials including wood, shiplap and glass
  • Construct building foundation and framework, including doors, floors and walls
  • Repair or replace damaged structures
  • Understand and practice safety procedures and proper tool handling

Pathways to Becoming a Carpenter

Education:

Earn your high school diploma or equivalent, then go to trade school.

Experience:

Land an apprenticeship to earn a salary while you learn the tricks of the trade.

Certifications:

Gain specialty and safety certifications to progress your career and increase your salary.

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Trade School

12 MONTHS - 2 YEARS

Certificate /Diploma

<$21K Program Cost

Leave school with little debt

$49.5K Median Salary

Land a job immediately

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COLLEGE

4+ YEARS

Bachelor's Degree

$106K College Cost

Average 4-year tuition cost

$62.2K Median Salary

Job hunt in a competitive industry

Start your Career in Carpentry

The Path to Pro Training Program helps you understand what it takes to work in Carpentry and other skilled industries. You can identify the career you’ll find happiness in, get mentored by pros in that field, and learn the basics.