Carpenter Jobs in Eliot, ME

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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New Construction Framing Carpenter

  • Portsmouth, NH (5 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (5 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 2 days ago

River Birch Builders, a Portsmouth NH Builder is seeking Framing Carpenter experienced with "new home production framing" to join our team....

Trim, Windows, Doors- Carpenter Wanted

  • Raymond, NH (22 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (22 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Seeking well rounded carpenter. -Window and door installation -Interior and exterior trim -Siding and decking -Punchlist, hardware, cabinet installation, etc....

Carpenters

  • Epping, NH (16 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Epping, NH (16 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 3 days ago

We need experienced lead carpenters, high end finishers, stick framers and helpers or cut men....

Framing/soding carpenter

  • Deerfield, NH (23 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, NH (23 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 3 days ago

un Framing/soding carpenter (Deerfield) Burke Frame Works image 1 of 2 compensation: Based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Framing/siding carpenter Full time 1099...

Experienced Carpenters $2000 Hiring Bonus- Spang Builders Inc

  • Kennebunkport, ME (23 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kennebunkport, ME (23 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 4 days ago

The Position: We're looking for experienced foremen and carpenters. The pay is negotiable depending on experience. $2000 HIRING BONUS....

Framing/soding carpenter

  • Deerfield, NH (23 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Deerfield, NH (23 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Must be familiar with framing/siding and to get to work daily. Please respond with available start day, pay rate, and experience level....

Residential Carpenters and Laborer

  • Farmington, NH (20 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Farmington, NH (20 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Family owned and operated residential construction company based out of Farmington, NH looking for (1) laborer and (3) carpenters to assist in our residential building projects....

Seeking Sub Contractor Carpenter

  • Amesbury, MA (21 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Amesbury, MA (21 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 6 days ago

experienced carpenter for small porch builds, deck rebuilds, railing installs, trim and siding replacement and general residential carpentry projects....

High End Residential Skilled Laborer/Carpenter ASAP- Ogunquit, ME

  • Ogunquit, ME (11 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME (11 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Steady work for a skilled laborer/carpenter to work on a High End Residential project in Ogunquit, ME....

Carpenter - Infrastructure

  • Kittery, ME (3 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kittery, ME (3 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 8 days ago

Job Responsibilities Constructs or assembles concrete forming systems, according to blueprints and specifications, for forming concrete structures. Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs...

Skilled Carpenter

  • Farmington, NH (20 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Farmington, NH (20 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 15 days ago

un Skilled Carpenter (Farmington) compensation: Tbd employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Skilled carpenter Looking for a qualified carpenter that knows the in's and the outs of...

Custom Picture Framer

  • Portsmouth, NH (5 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 22 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (5 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 22 days ago

un Custom Picture Framer (Portsmouth) Kennedy Gallery & Custom Framing 41 Market St near Congress St compensation: $25.00 hr. employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Custom Picture Framer...

Carpenters helper

  • Exeter, NH (16 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 23 days ago
  • Exeter, NH (16 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 23 days ago

Looking for motivated individual to help with commercial projects. Job duties include moving materials to install locations throughout the building. Measuring and cutting of materials. Working in...

Carpenter Helper

  • Sanford, ME (18 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (18 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 27 days ago

PC is seeking Carpenter Helpers to work in Maine and is offering a $1,500 sign on bonus....

Carpenter

  • Sanford, ME (18 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (18 miles from Eliot, ME)
  • 27 days ago

PC is seeking Carpenters to work in Maine and offering a $1,500 sign on bonus....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Eliot, ME

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Eliot, ME 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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