Carpenter Jobs in Cocoa, FL

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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Experienced carpenter needed

  • Melbourne, FL (21 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (21 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Experienced carpenter needed for residential trim and drywall work. Must have carpentry experience, basic tools and personal transportation....

CABINET Guy or TRIM CARPENTER, to Build Curved Staircases

  • Sharpes, FL (4 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sharpes, FL (4 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Extensive Background more. employment type: job title: Creating Staircases We're a custom stairbuilder looking for someone with cabinet background, trim carpentry, or staircase and railing experience...

HIRING IMMEDIATLY Marine Construction Tradesmen/Carpenter

  • Melbourne, FL (21 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (21 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Perform demolition, construction, and/or installation of seawalls, docks, piles, boat lifts: digging, shoveling, leveling, lifting, carrying, carpentry, framing, rigging, positioning structural components...

Carpenters Apprentice

  • Merritt Island, FL (8 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Merritt Island, FL (8 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 6 days ago

un Carpenters Apprentice compensation: 13.00-17.50 Local custom carpentry company looking to hire a couple carpentry apprentices for this year's busy season, with potential for long term employment...

Construction Rigger Mechanical Craftsman

  • Cocoa, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Cocoa, FL
  • 7 days ago

Construction Rigger | Mechanical Craftsman Acadian Contractors Inc. Cocoa, FL **Position:** Construction Craftsman **Location:** Florida Division **Department:** Rigging / Construction...

Carpenters helper

  • Melbourne, FL (21 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (21 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Carpenters helper (Melbourne) Framing co of brevard compensation: $15 hr employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Experienced helpers needed, transportation is a must alongside...

Carpenter Helper

  • Cape Canaveral, FL (8 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL (8 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Roles and Responsibilities The Carpenter Helper will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner....

Carpenter

  • Cape Canaveral, FL (8 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL (8 miles from Cocoa, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Roles and Responsibilities The Carpenter will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner....

Demographic Data for Cocoa, FL

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Cocoa, FL

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Cocoa, FL 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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