Carpenter Jobs in Hunt Valley, MD

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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Trim Carpenter

  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (4 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (4 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Position for trim carpenter for full time work, with our trim carpentry company. Much of our work is in residential high end neighborhoods....

Prefabricator/Carpenter - Baltimore

  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Skills & Experience: Basic carpentry and painting skills. Proficiency in basic arithmetic and use of tape measures and working drawings. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package....

Prefabricators/Carpenter - Baltimore

  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Skills & Experience: Basic carpentry and painting skills. Proficiency in basic arithmetic and use of tape measures and working drawings. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package....

Kitchen Cabinet Installer

  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Nationwide Kitchen Installers Inc. is looking for new members to join our team! Let us feed you the work. As times become irregular, we will still have work. We work with manufacturers, big box,...

Production Woodworker

  • Westminster, MD (17 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (17 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Production Woodworker 1st shift: Monday-Thursday 6a-4p + OT on Fridays (occasional) Pay: $18/hr Job Description This is a 1st shift role working Monday-Thursday from 6am-4pm and occasional OT on...

Carpenter

  • Aberdeen, MD (24 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (24 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Carpentry and General Construction Skills; frame walls, finish drywall, Self motivated person with the ability to get the job done without a lot...

Metal Siding Installer

  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (4 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (4 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 3 days ago

un Metal Siding Installer (Lutherville) 10907 Falls Rd near Seminary Ave compensation: Per the bid on job, cash employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Metal siding installer Needed:...

Commercial Carpenters/Mechanics

  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Carpenters assist with finishing work and other activities as needed....

Trim Carpenter

  • Pikesville, MD (8 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pikesville, MD (8 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for an experienced trim carpenter capable of starting and finishing premium job work with attention to detail....

Form Carpenter

  • Elkridge, MD (20 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (20 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 4 days ago

experience for Form Carpenters Experience with concrete finishing Ability to read and interpret blueprints Additional Skills & Qualifications Additional experience in concrete finishing, form carpentry...

Metal Siding Installer

  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (4 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lutherville Timonium, MD (4 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Needed: Pole Barn Style metal installer. Must have your own tools and scaffolding. NO part timers or moonlighters. Job has to be completed, start to finish. We will supply all materials needed for...

Sheetmetal Joiner Mechanic

  • Glen Burnie, MD (22 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (22 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Summary This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Structural Group in Baltimore, MD. Help Overview Accepting applications Open &...

Sheetmetal Joiner Mechanic

  • Glen Burnie, MD (22 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (22 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 9 days ago

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Structural Group in Baltimore, MD.Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform...

Builder - Sales Representative

  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Rite Rug, the largest privately owned flooring installation company in the U.S., with a strong 90-year history, is seeking a sales professional to cover our Baltimore territory. POSITION SUMMARY:...

Facilities Carpenter - Washington, DC

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Hunt Valley, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Performs a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled tasks such as minor carpentry, plumbing, painting, minor electrical work, lamp changing and drywall maintenance....

Demographic Data for Hunt Valley, MD

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Hunt Valley, MD

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Hunt Valley, MD 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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