Carpenters
Carpenters cut, fit, and assemble wood and other materials to construct buildings.
5%
22%
73%
National data for carpenters (SOC 47-2031).
$21,510
$30,252
$46,270
$10.34
$14.55
$22.24
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures
High School Diploma or GED;Complete on-the-job training
May work longer hours during the summer when the weather is good.
May work weekends to meet a deadline.
May work only during good weather, since many work outside.
Travel from job site to job site. However, they may work at one job site for several months.
CARPENTERS will:
May specialize in an area of construction;
Read and interpret blueprints
CARPENTERS frequently:
Stand or walk for long periods of time.
Use their hands to handle and control tools and materials.
Stand or walk for long periods of time.
It is important that CARPENTERS be able to:
See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
Use hands or fingers to grasp, move, or assemble small objects.
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
Determine the distance between objects.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
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