Carpenter

Career Overview

A carpenter is a skilled construction worker who collaborates with construction crews to construct, adjust, and fix wooden frameworks in a variety of construction projects. They use their hands and tools to create and install frameworks that are long-lasting. Apart from constructing frameworks, they may also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and insulation. To achieve success, carpenters need to possess the ability to read blueprints, take measurements, calculate required materials, and have a comprehensive understanding of carpentry techniques.

Other job titles include: bridge carpenter, cabinet maker, carpenter, concrete carpenter, construction carpenter, form carpenter, framer, maintenance carpenter, rough carpenter, scaffold builder.