Carpenter Jobs in Santa Cruz, 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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Engine Builder

  • Scotts Valley, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Scotts Valley, CA
  • 2 days ago

Are you an experienced high-performance Engine Builder? Canepa is expanding our department and looking for an expert-level engine builder to join our team. Our ideal candidate will have extensive...

U100 Facility Carpenter/Maint New

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago

This would include efforts toward mock-ups, furniture fabrication and cabinetry....

Senior Area Sales Manager - Builder Channel (Northern California)

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 5 days ago

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who...

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Finish Carpenter

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 6 days ago

Finish Carpenter needed for a custom home builder in Santa Cruz. Compensation will be based on experience. Please respond with name and brief summary of qualifications....

Full Time Finish Carpenter

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are immediately hiring a residential finish carpenter. We are a custom home builder and we are looking for an organized, motivated and experienced finish carpenter....

Plumbers/Electricians/Carpenter/Handyman

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We're on the hunt for experienced professionals in the following trades: PLUMBERS/ELECTRICIANS/FRAMERS Why join us? We're not just any construction company....

Carpenter

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Must have experience with rough and finish carpentry and be comfortable assisting superintendent with layouts. Candidate must also have experience working with strut and related hardware....

Practice Builder - Transportation/Traffic

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Builder to expand our Transportation Planning/Traffic practice in San Jose, California (CA)! Responsibilities Has an...

U100 Facility Carpenter/Maint

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 14 days ago

This would include efforts toward mock-ups, furniture fabrication and cabinetry....

Carpenter

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 days ago

The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of carpentry tasks, including framing, finish carpentry, and the installation of doors, trim, crown molding, baseboards, siding, and cabinetry...

Journeyman cabinet builder

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 25 days ago

un Journeyman cabinet builder (san jose south) compensation: $ 25-40.00 employment type: job title: Cabinet maker, journeyman Looking for journeyman cabinet builder in small shop. Principals only....

Practice Builder - Water/Wastewater

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Practice Builder to expand our Water/Wastewater practice in San Jose, California (CA)! Responsibilities Manage, lead, and expand...

MASTER GOLF FITTER/BUILDER (Sales) - San Jose, CA

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : SAN JOSE STORE - SAN JOSE, CA Salary Range : Undisclosed Description JOB SUMMARY: Master Fitters & Builders work one-on-one with customers to provide a tour-level club...

Master Carpenter

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Job Title: Master Carpenter Job Status: Part-time, Seasonal Exempt Status: Non-Exempt, Piece Rate Department: Visual & Performing Arts Reports to: VPA Specialist Job Summary...

Head Carpenter

  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary: Stanford University Department of Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) is seeking a Head Carpenter to join the TAPS technical theater production team and provide expertise in carpentry...

Demographic Data for Santa Cruz, CA

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Santa Cruz, 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
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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