Carpenter Jobs in North Reading, MA

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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Custom finish Carpenter and all around knowledgeable person

  • Concord, MA (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Be willing to take on all forms of carpentry, demo, frame, exterior, interior, mill work etc etc We are a young and fun group of guys building some crazy stuff for people with bananas money....

Skilled Carpenter and Carpenters Helper

  • Salem, NH (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, NH (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 1 day ago

company looking for one skilled carpenter and one carpenter's helper....

Carpenters

  • Reading, MA (3 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reading, MA (3 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Carpenters (Reading, MA) Carpenters with frame to finish experience (5+ years) RESPONSIBILITIES: Framing (interior/exterior walls, additions) Finish carpentry (trim, baseboards, cabinetry) Deck builds...

Maintenance Carpenter

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

About the Role The Maintenance Carpenter performs skilled carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, repair and alteration of building structures and facilities following recognized procedures...

Skilled Carpenter and Carpenter's Helper

  • Salem, NH (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, NH (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Fast paced construction company looking for one skilled carpenter and one carpenter's helper. Must have your own transportation and tools. Call Ray ......

Carpenters

  • Waltham, MA (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Carpenter Helper

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

un Carpenter Helper (Boston) compensation: To be discussed employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Helper Looking for a carpenter helper, need to have own vehicle and some...

Skilled & experienced carpenters for hire

  • Reading, MA (3 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reading, MA (3 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Please email with name, contact telephone number and a list of your carpentry skills so we can discuss your skill level....

Carpenter / Skilled Tradesman

  • Newton, MA (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newton, MA (16 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

un Carpenter / Skilled Tradesman compensation: $35 / hour employment type: job title: Service Professional We are seeking an experienced professional with a broad range of skills including carpentry...

Lead Carpenter (Residential - Northshore to JP)

  • Wenham, MA (10 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wenham, MA (10 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

rounded Lead Carpenter?...

Experienced carpenter

  • Windham, NH (18 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Windham, NH (18 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Established and busy building and remodeling construction company looking to hire an experienced carpenter....

Skilled Carpenters & Laborers

  • Tewksbury, MA (7 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (7 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Skilled Carpenters & Laborers (Tewksbury) NADCO North American Demo & Construction compensation: $20-$60 depends on experience employment type: job title: Demo/Carpentry/Drywall Experienced Demo/Carpentry...

Seeking Sub Contractor Carpenter

  • Amesbury, MA (20 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Amesbury, MA (20 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Carpenter Needed for High-End Residential Work

  • Wellesley, MA (20 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (20 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Carpenter Needed for High-End Residential Work (Wellesley) compensation: $27-$29 per hour based on experience and skill employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Carpenter Needed...

General Carpenter

  • Rowley, MA (13 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rowley, MA (13 miles from North Reading, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Looking for an entry level to mid level Carpenter to work directly along side the owner of the company to learn the Trade of Carpentry....

Demographic Data for North Reading, MA

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in North Reading, MA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in North Reading, MA 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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