Carpenter Jobs in Mckinney, TX

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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Maintenance Painter/Carpenter

  • McKinney, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 3 days ago

protocols Knowledge of supplies and materials used Knowledge of construction techniques and methods Knowledge of OSHA and EPA safety requirements Construction skills Plumbing skills Electrical skills Framing...

Webber - Carpenter - Heavy Civil

  • Plano, TX (11 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plano, TX (11 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Objective Work from plans to build, assemble, fit together, align, plumb, and set in place forms for molding concrete structures. Job Duties Construct forms for the placement of concrete and...

Custom Millwork Carpenter

  • Aubrey, TX (23 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Aubrey, TX (23 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Fabricate, assemble, and finish custom millwork including frames and doors to customer specifications. Operate and monitor machinery, including but not limited to a pre-hanging...

Custom Framer

  • Frisco, TX (14 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (14 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Hobby Lobby is seeking organized, customer service oriented people to join our team as a Framer....

Painter/Carpenter

  • Frisco, TX (14 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (14 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Job Description Omni PGA Frisco Resort is seeking an experienced Painter/Carpenter to join our team....

HC - Carpenter Form - Structures

  • Farmers Branch, TX (24 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX (24 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 26 days ago

HC - Carpenter Form - Structures Farmers Branch, TX At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute....

Carpenters - Dallas, TX. - Form Builders Structures - Austin Bridge & Road

  • Addison, TX (20 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Addison, TX (20 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking Form Setters / Builders for projects in Dallas, TX. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals that want to excel with...

HC - Carpenter

  • Farmers Branch, TX (24 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX (24 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

HC - Carpenter Farmers Branch Texas Diversity Statement At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute....

Webber - Carpenter - Heavy Civil

  • Frisco, TX (14 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Frisco, TX (14 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

Concrete Carpenter/Form Setter

  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Southland Holdings is currently accepting resumes for highly motivated skilled workers to join our team as a Carpenter/Form Setter in Carrollton, TX at our Water Utility Project....

Part Time Framer - Training Provided

  • McKinney, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 45+ 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...

Carpenter/Formsetter- Honey Grove, TX

  • McKinney, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Essential Job Accountabilities Selects specified type of lumber or other materials Prepares layout, using rule, framing square, and calipers Marks cutting and assembly lines on materials, using pencil...

Carpenters - Farmers Branch - Form Builders Structures - Austin Bridge & Road

  • Addison, TX (20 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Addison, TX (20 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking Form Setters / Builders for projects in Farmers Branch, TX We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals that want to...

Carpenters - Farmers Branch - Form Builders Structures - Austin Bridge & Road

  • Prosper, TX (13 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Prosper, TX (13 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Description Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking Form Setters / Builders for projects in Farmers Branch, TX We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals that...

Carpenter

  • Anna, TX (11 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anna, TX (11 miles from Mckinney, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

The ideal carpenter will respect their work, tools, and safety protocols. Requirements: Firm knowledge of carpenter structures, forms, and tools....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Mckinney, TX

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Mckinney, TX 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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