Carpenter Jobs in Foster City, CA

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 in San Rafael for Apartment Buildings

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Carpenter: Must have 10 years of experience as a carpenter. Must have reliable transportation (some local and Bay Area travel required) Speak, write, and understand basic English....

Finish Carpenter Needed

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Experienced Finish Carpenter Needed We are The Meticulous Handyman LLC & The Meticulous Contractor We are currently hiring experienced finish carpenters to service our growing client base in San Francisco...

Lead Carpenter

  • Alameda, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alameda, CA (15 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Technical Skills: Perform a range of carpentry tasks, including framing, finishing, cabinetry, and installation of doors and windows....

Carpenter Independent MultiTasker

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Can you read plans? Can you work independently with a helper to install a kitchen, go hang a door, build a staircase, offer solutions and design input for complicated details? Can you delegate...

Finish Carpenter w/ Architectural Woodwork Experience

  • Pleasanton, CA (23 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (23 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

SCOPE OF WORK: NEEDS TO BE A STRONG FINISH CARPENTER WITH ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK EXPERIENCE....

Termite Inspectors, Applicator, Repair Carpenters - New Year New Job!

  • Palo Alto, CA (10 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (10 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

INSPECTORS - APPLICATORS and REPAIR CARPENTERS WANTED - NO EXPERIENCE? NO PROBLEM! WE WILL TRAIN THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB, BASIC REPAIR EXPERIENCE IS ALL YOU NEED CALL US TODAY! ......

Carpenter

  • Woodside, CA (10 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodside, CA (10 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

insulation Frame (Walls/Trusses) Install Decking Hang Siding Qualifications: Must have basic hand and power tools Ability to follow OSHA requirements and safety precautions Able to work in hot and...

Framing And High End Finish Carpenter

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for Framing and High End Finish Carpenters with PeopleReady Skilled Trades, you'll support high end custom home contractors in the San Franicisco, Marin, San Mateo Counties....

Premier Marin-Based Custom Home Builder SeeksAssitant Office Admin

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Join a Premier Marin-Based Custom Home Builder as Our Assistant Office Administrator Are you ready to be part of a team that crafts high end, luxury custom homes in Northern California? We are a...

All Around Carpenters Needed ($35/hour)

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Six Sigma Construction, a custom home builder in SF Bay Area, is expanding its team and looking for All Around carpenters with at least five years of carpentry experience....

Furniture Builder and Recovery Associate - Flexible Schedule

  • East Palo Alto, CA (10 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA (10 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Why we will love you • 1 year work experience preferred • Experience building, repurposing, and reassembling furniture preferred • High School Diploma or equivalent What you'll be doing day to day...

Picture Framer Experienced

  • Berkeley, CA (21 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (21 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Our talented framers perform meticulous preservation framing and have experience in all aspects of custom framing and machine maintenance. Basic math skills are essential....

Full Time Finish Carpenter

  • Sunnyvale, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Full-Time Finish Carpenter Wanted We are a growing ADU construction startup in the Bay Area seeking a Finish Carpenter for new construction projects....

Carpenter Needed North Oakland

  • Emeryville, CA (19 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (19 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago

un carpenter needed north oakland (oakland north / temescal) image 1 of 3 compensation: to be determined Hi, I have a bunch of random repair work needed around the house to accommodate my elderly father...

District Sales Manager, Builder, N Cal

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Foster City, CA)
  • 5 days ago

District Sales Manager, Builder, N Cal LOCATION San Francisco, CA JOB CODE 18 JOB FUNCTION Sales HIGHLIGHTS Remote Full-Time HA Builder Sales/Mktg LOCATION San Francisco, CA Step into the...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Foster City, CA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Foster City, CA 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
11.8%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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