Carpenter Jobs in Pickens, SC

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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Carpenter

  • Cashiers, NC (23 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cashiers, NC (23 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 1 day ago

A Brief Overview The Carpenter is responsible for performing carpentry tasks....

Form Carpenters, Finishers, Rodbusters & Helpers NEEDED

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Need Form Carpenters, Finishers, Rodbusters AND Helpers NEEDED For IMMEDIATE Consideration, please REPLY with BOTH Phone Number AND Experience...

Carpenter Trainee - Paid Training!

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 3 days ago

We'll provide you with the training and tools to set you up for success, and we hope that you'll bring: Experience in carpentry, remodeling, plumbing, construction - or a hunger to learn!...

Carpenter

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 169504** **Position Summary** Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment in the yards, industrial and commercial property. **Experience Level** Intermediate **Primary...

Carpenter Journeyman

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 169502** **Position Summary** Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment in the yards, industrial and commercial property. **Experience Level** Skilled **Primary...

Bridge Carpenter Helper - Greenville, SC

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Mission Reeves Construction Company is currently seeking an individual for the position of Bridge Carpenter Helper based out of Greenville, SC responsible for assisting bridge carpenters with the construction...

Carpenter Helper

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring carpenters helpers who have some basic carpentry knowledge and are willing to work hard at learning a new trade....

Carpenters

  • Pickens, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Pickens, SC
  • 4 days ago

Needed immediately experienced carpenters. We are a residential custom home builder. We do new builds and remodels. Most work is around lake Keowee and Pickens county areas....

Carpenter

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 17 days ago

Overview Champion Window is seeking for a Lead Carpenter / Installer!...

Trim Carpenter / Cabinet builder / Stone experience Painter

  • Easley, SC (8 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 29 days ago
  • Easley, SC (8 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 29 days ago

: Finish Carpenter / Cabinet Maker Drivers license important!...

GC Carpenter (Trenton SC)

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

General Carpenter DPR Construction is looking for General Carpenter with at least 2 years of experience in all aspects of commercial construction....

Carpenter

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

The Carpenter is responsible for constructing material handling skids based on customer specifications....

PT Framer

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

solutions. * deliver sales and production results Complete framing orders with a high degree of quality and on time Maintain the ready made frame department and other assigned areas including SISO...

Load Builder I Yard

  • Greenville, SC (16 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (16 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 60+ 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...

Carpenter (Measure Technician)

  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (18 miles from Pickens, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Champion Window is seeking for a Carpenter / Measure Technician As a Carpenter / Measure Technician, you will responsible for accurately measuring the customers home for installations and being...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Pickens, SC

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Pickens, SC 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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