Carpenter Jobs in Vidor, 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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Helper Scaffold Builder 2

  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Industrial Helper Scaffold Builder 2 will assist with the construction, dismantling, and repair of wooden and metal scaffolds and auxiliary structures related to scaffolds....

Carpenter Helper

  • Vidor, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Vidor, TX
  • 2 days ago

Location: Vidor, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Carpenter Helper Your Job The jobsite located in Vidor, TX has an opening for a Carpenter Helper....

Scaffold Builder II

  • Nederland, TX (12 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Nederland, TX (12 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 11 days ago

National Center for Construction Education and Research's (NCCER) certification for Industrial Journeyman Carpenter. Formal/Technical education....

Scaffold Builder Craftsman 2

  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Requisition ID: 169175** **Position Summary** Perform work involving the erection and dismantling of scaffolding, operation of heavy equipment, rigging the equipment loads, and completion of...

Scaffold Builder Craftsman 2 NS

  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Requisition ID: 169176** **Position Summary** Perform work involving the erection and dismantling of scaffolding, operation of heavy equipment, rigging the equipment loads, and completion of...

Concrete Carpenter Helper 1 - OCAPS

  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 21 days ago

TIC - The Industrial Company *Concrete Carpenter Helper 1 - OCAPS in Orange , Texas Requisition ID: 168814 Position Summary Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed...

Structural Carpenter

  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 24 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 24 days ago

Prepares layout according to blueprint or oral instructions, using rule, framing square and calipers....

Carpenters

  • Nederland, TX (12 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 24 days ago
  • Nederland, TX (12 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 24 days ago

Knowledge of carpentry tools. Experience in building forms for pours and preps, pours, and finishes concrete. Must be able to pass Craft proficiency testing at or above 70%....

Scaffold Builder Certified

  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 28 days ago

ZACHRY is currently seeking an experienced NCCER Industrial Journeyman Scaffold builders for Maintenance at EXXON BMT, In Beaumont, TX. MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER LICENSES. NO PER DIEM. This...

Foreman Scaffold Builder

  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: Industrial Scaffold Builder Foreman will supervise multiple crews that will Construct, re-enforce and dismantle pre-constructed Scaffolds for all phases of new construction....

Carpenter I

  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Must have Carpentry experience and experience working in an industrial plant. Must be able and willing to follow all safety rules and regulations. Must have all required tools....

Scaffold Builder I

  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

National Center for Construction Education and Researchs (NCCER) certification for Industrial Journeyman Carpenter. Formal/Technical education....

Helper Scaffold Builder 1

  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orange, TX (11 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary Industrial Helper Scaffold Builder 1 will assist with the construction, dismantling, and repair of wooden and metal scaffolds and auxiliary structures related to scaffolds....

Journeyman Carpenter

  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX (7 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 26 days ago

POSITION: Journeyman Carpenter LOCATION: Beaumont. PeopleReady Skilled Trades (PRST) is gearing up for the new year and hiring Skilled Carpenters to get ready for multiple upcoming projects....

Maintenance Carpenter PNO - Trade Craft

  • Port Neches, TX (13 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Port Neches, TX (13 miles from Vidor, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Performs skilled carpentry work in construction, framing, and finishing wood products for plant facilities. Under general supervision, constructs and maintains structural woodwork....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Vidor, TX

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Vidor, 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
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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