Carpenter Jobs in Arkansas

A Carpenter is an essential role in the construction industry, responsible for cutting, shaping, and installing building materials during the construction of buildings, ships, timber bridges, concrete formwork, etc. They also read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to understand the project's requirements, plan the layout, measure and cut materials, and assemble and join them together. The tasks of a carpenter also involve installing structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Therefore, they should have strong mechanical skills, physical strength and stamina, problem-solving skills, and an eye for detail.

Before becoming a Carpenter, a person may have held roles such as a Carpenter's Helper or Assistant, where they would have gained on-the-job training and experience under the supervision of a seasoned Carpenter. Another position that can lead to a career as a Carpenter is a Construction Laborer, which provides an understanding of the construction process and the use of tools. To enhance their credentials, Carpenters should consider obtaining certifications such as the Pre-Apprentice Certificate Training (PACT), or the Certified Remodeler (CR), Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC), or Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR) from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).

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Carpenter

  • Springdale, AR
  • 13 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 13 hours ago

Local company in Springdale is hiring carpenters! Pay starts at $18! Must have experience, know how to read a tape measure, operate power tools and saws. This position will be Mon....

Carpenters needed

  • Cabot, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Cabot, AR
  • 1 day ago

Carpenters needed (Cabot) Smith Construction compensation: Weekly pay employment type: job title: Residential Framer Smith Construction is a small residential framing crew looking to hire skilled carpenters.Earn...

Carpenters Needed

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Carpenters Needed (Little Rock, AR) Lewis & Company Construction compensation: Pay is negotiable employment type: job title: Carpenter HIRING SKILLED CARPENTERS: Lewis & Company Construction is hiring...

Skilled Carpenters & Crawl Space Laborers Needed

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 1 day ago

Smith) no pay Do you have Carpentry or Crawl Space Experience? If so we are looking for you! Must have experience in the area you are inquiring about, experience in both even better!...

Carpenter/Framers

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago

un Carpenter/Framers compensation: Pay equivalent to experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Residential Construction Needing experienced framers and remodeling carpenters...

Framers/Carpenter

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago

un Framers/Carpenter compensation: Pay equivalent to experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Residential Construction Needing framers and remodeling carpenters....

Facilities Technician C - Carpenter

  • Camden, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Camden, AR
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Facilities Technician C - Carpenter Job ID: 22774 Job Location: Camden, Arkansas - On-Site Job Schedule: Day shift, 7 days on 7 days off, (4-10 Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday) L3Harris...

Skilled Carpenter for Remodelling projects

  • Lowell, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Lowell, AR
  • 5 days ago

Framing, drywall hanging and minor drywall finishing, etc. Painting, Painting touchup or incidental painting after structure repairs. Install siding or roof repair as needed....

Lead Carpenter with experience

  • Rogers, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 7 days ago

Lead Carpenter with experience Patterson Home Builders, Inc. 702 W....

Assembly- Builder (2nd and 3rd Shift)

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 7 days ago

Assembly- Builder (2nd and 3rd Shift) Join ABB and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy. This position...

Scaffold Builder III (El Dorado, KS) - Austin Industrial

  • El Dorado, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • El Dorado, AR
  • 9 days ago

About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60...

Carpenter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago

for an all around carpenter....

Part Time Framer

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 16 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 16 days ago

Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications English Computer skills Frame carpentry Entry level Full Job Description Store - L.RCK-MARKHAM, AR Build customer relationships while creating a memorable...

Furniture Builder

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 18 days ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 18 days ago

Comfort with power tools, framing, and staple guns is essential....

Carpenters helper

  • Midway, AR
  • 23 days ago
  • Midway, AR
  • 23 days ago

un Carpenters helper (Mountain Home) Creative Carpentry compensation: 15 / hr. employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Carpenters helper Help installing siding, framing. flooring,...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Arkansas

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.1%
Bachelor's Degree
17.9%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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