Carpenter Jobs in Tooele, UT

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 Crews Needed to Build 1 & 2 Story Sheds

  • West Valley City, UT (21 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Valley City, UT (21 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 20 days ago

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...

Shop Carpenter & Cabinet Fabrication

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Work in shop fabricating cabinets, and the installation of cabinets onsite. Pay dependent on experience. Responsibilities Fabricating cabinets, and cabinet parts. Maintaining a clean safe working...

Specialties Builder

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Contempo Cabinet and Mill is a leading Commercial Architectural Millwork manufacturer in Utah, producing quality Projects both in state and out of state. Working primarily with General...

Experienced Cabinet Installer

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Contempo Cabinet and Mill is a leading Commercial Architectural Millwork manufacturer in Utah, producing quality Projects both in state and out of state. Working primarily with General...

Carpenter Journeyman

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 1 day ago

REPORTS TO: Foreman Position Summary A skilled carpenter involved in high level millwork that can be woodwork, casework, and/or ornamental metalwork....

Installation/Carpentry Apprentice - Custom Closets

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 9 days ago

We design, manufacture, and install a complete line of custom closets, home office furniture, media systems, wall-beds, garage cabinetry and more....

Artisan Baker

  • Kearns, UT (21 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Kearns, UT (21 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 11 days ago

Artisan Baker Req #17507 Cougar, Kearns, Utah, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 2:00 AM | Expires Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 1:59 AM **Full-time, 3-11am...

Sales Executive, Builder & Showroom

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 13 days ago

Sales Executive, Builder & Showroom Work Mode: Remote Location: Remote (Territory covers the state of Utah, 90% of the work is in the greater Salt Lake area) Opportunity Are you ready to elevate...

Electrical Panel Builder

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 17 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description LACO Technologies is seeking an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician to build Electrical Panels and perform the wiring of system components. This position is...

Concrete Carpenter

  • South Jordan, UT (22 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 21 days ago
  • South Jordan, UT (22 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 21 days ago

POSITION: Concrete Carpenter LOCATION: South Jordan Area. PeopleReady Skilled Trades (PRST) is gearing up and hiring Skilled Concrete Carpenters to get ready for multiple upcoming projects....

Carpenter

  • West Jordan, UT (19 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 22 days ago
  • West Jordan, UT (19 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 22 days ago

Responsibilities Employee must be experienced in: Welding Installing Decking / Deck Repairs Install Railing Carpentry Framing & Finishing Using a Break Qualifications 5-10 years experience...

Truss Builder 1

  • Tooele, UT
  • 24 days ago
  • Tooele, UT
  • 24 days ago

Clayton Homes, a Berkshire Hathaway company and the nation's leading housing provider, is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment...

Journeyman Carpenter

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 25 days ago

Rough and finish carpentry including cabinet work. Installs and repairs wood and metal doors. Hangs various items including marker boards, corkboards, banners, plaques, etc....

20 Carpenters Needed - $24 to $32 per hour - SLC Airport

  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 25 days ago

Do you have carpentry skills and a passion for building? We're looking for 2 0+ talented Carpenters to help construct and enhance the Salt Lake City Airport!...

Artisan Bread Specialist

  • Taylorsville, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Taylorsville, UT (20 miles from Tooele, UT)
  • 25 days ago

Artisan Bread Specialist Req #17468 Taylorsville, Taylorsville, Utah, United States of America Job Description Posted Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2:00 AM | Expires Thursday, February 20, 2025 at...

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Tooele, UT 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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