Carpenter Jobs in South Carolina

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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and carpentry experience Insured vehicle and trailer 2-Person crew with general liability insurance Carpentry tools and equipment to complete stick-built wood structures If you have additional questions...

Carpenter

  • Ridgeville, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ridgeville, SC
  • 2 hours ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Carpentry Helpers for projects located in Ridgeville, SC....

Display Builder

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 hours ago

Base Pay This role has a minimum base pay from $15.24 per hour with higher starting pay available based on experience. PURPOSE This position is responsible for designing, building and maintaining...

Labor/carpenter

  • Union, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Union, SC
  • 8 hours ago

Need a couple of guys for the next few days installing module home including underneath with dry block Also some interior work

Carpenter Helpers Needed ASAP

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 18 hours ago

Assisting with Carpentry Tasks: Measuring, cutting, and shaping wood and other materials under the direction of a carpenter. Candidates must meet screening criteria....

Carpenters Needed Asap

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 18 hours ago

un CARPENTERS NEEDED ASAP!! (Charleston, SC) compensation: $24.00-$25.00 Per Hour We are in need of GREAT Carpenters to join our team!! GREAT PAY!! SAME WEEK PAY!!...

Carpenter for Framing and Remoldeling

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 1 day ago

Looking for a Carpenter. We are working on Hilton Head. Most of our work is remodeling. I supply all tools....

Experience carpenters needed

  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago

Experience carpenters needed immediately!!!! Full-time Starting pay $20 and up ( pay based on experience) Room for growth and advancement!...

Lead Trim Carpenter

  • Pickens, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Pickens, SC
  • 1 day ago

Our company is currently hiring for a lead carpenter position. This job would consist of running crews on our interior trim projects....

Woodshop carpenter/Interior trim

  • Liberty, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, SC
  • 1 day ago

We also install interior trim and other types of custom finish carpentry....

Interior trim carpenter

  • Seneca, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Seneca, SC
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring interior trim carpenters to work on our jobs in the Lake Keowee/Seneca areas. This is for those with experience in trim carpentry only....

Residential Carpenter

  • Ladys Island, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Ladys Island, SC
  • 1 day ago

Carpenter Experience Required: 3+ years of experience in general construction/carpentry, particularly in home building. Ready to make a career jump in Charleston, SC....

Service Tech/Carpenter Needed

  • Hardeeville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hardeeville, SC
  • 1 day ago

un Service Tech/Carpenter Needed Brock Cabinets compensation: $20-$27 depending Skill Level employment type: job title: Service Tech relocation assistance available Brock Cabinets is seeking a Level...

Scaffold Builder Apprentice (Lugoff, SC)- Austin Industrial

  • Lugoff, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Lugoff, SC
  • 2 days ago

Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer...

Scaffold Builder (Lugoff, SC)- Austin Industrial

  • Lugoff, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Lugoff, SC
  • 2 days ago

Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in South Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in South Carolina 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
11.8%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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