Carpenter Jobs in The Villages, 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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Framing Carpenter/Roof sheeter

  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Busy local framing seeking experienced framers. Majority of work is on the roof but also seeking help with interior framing. 5 years experience preferred, but flexible for the right guy....

Interior Trim Carpenter Opening

  • Tangerine, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tangerine, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 4 days ago

INTERIOR TRIM CARPENTER OPENING. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE, TOOLS AND TRANSPORTATION. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS FOR THE LAKE COUNTY AREA. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK BY THE HOUR....

Interior Trim Carpenter Opening

  • Tangerine, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tangerine, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 4 days ago

I HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR EXPERIENCED INTERIOR TRIM CARPENTER. MUST HAVE TOOLS, TRANSPORTATION AND BE WILLING TO WORK BY THE HOUR. PLEASE ONLY EXPERIENCED PEOPLE APPLY....

Skilled Carpenters needed for Traveling Commercial Construction job

  • Eustis, FL (14 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Eustis, FL (14 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Carpenter Position - SunCat Solutions Join Our Skilled Carpentry Team CURRENT PROJECT LOCATIONS: LaPorte, IN Mahomet, IL Abington, VA Naples, FL Lagrange, KY Mariana, FL We are looking for intelligent...

Carpenter

  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 6 days ago

experience with commercial or residential carpentry Ability to stand, bend, kneel and walk for extended periods throughout the day with or without reasonable accommodation Ability to lift up to 50 pounds...

Carpenter / Handyman Needed

  • Inverness, FL (21 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Inverness, FL (21 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 17 days ago

un Carpenter / Handyman Needed (Inverness, FL) PJA Management compensation: Based on Quote employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter / Handyman We own a house in Inverness that...

Load Builder II Yard

  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

PURPOSE Under general supervision performs routine loading and unloading of materials within yard or work site; assembles load packages into truck for delivery to customer job sites. ESSENTIAL...

Construction/Carpenter

  • Sumterville, FL (14 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Sumterville, FL (14 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 29 days ago

Construction/Carpenter compensation: 14.00 to 25.00 employment type: job title: operator Construction people needed....

Load Builder I

  • Lady Lake, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lady Lake, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Under general supervision performs routine loading and unloading of materials within yard or work site; assembles load packages into truck for delivery to customer job sites. * Loads and unloads...

Load Builder I Warehouse

  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ocala, FL (20 miles from The Villages, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

PURPOSE Under general supervision performs routine loading and unloading of materials within yard or work site; assembles load packages into truck for delivery to customer job sites. ESSENTIAL...

Demographic Data for The Villages, FL

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in The Villages, FL

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in The Villages, 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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