Carpenter Jobs in Montana

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

  • Billings, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 3 days ago

If you are a Carpenter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!...

Carpenters wanted

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 4 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 4 days ago

Carpenters wanted (Kalispell) WLI compensation: Hourly and contract work available call for details employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Carpenter Framers wanted for Wood construction...

Trim carpenter

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 9 days ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 9 days ago

un Trim carpenter (Bozeman) skyline customs llc. compensation: 45-50 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Trim Carpenter Looking for a lead trim carpenter to join our crew....

Concrete Carpenter

  • Billings, MT
  • 10 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 10 days ago

Concrete Carpenter Billings, MTA leader in the construction concrete industry, serving Billings and the Greater Mountain West Area, is seeking highly skilled and safety-conscious Concrete Carpenters...

Load Builder

  • Butte, MT
  • 10 days ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 10 days ago

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry,...

Framers and Laborers

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 11 days ago

Framers and Laborers (Flathead Valley) compensation: Competitive or higher wages DOE employment type: job title: Framers and Laborers We are looking for framers and laborers for framing and siding....

Carpenter

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 11 days ago

Carpenter (Flathead Valley) compensation: Wages DOE employment type: job title: Carpenters We are hiring carpenters for framing, siding and interior trim projects....

Framers/Siders

  • Lakeside, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Lakeside, MT
  • 11 days ago

Framers/Siders (Lakeside) Ingalls Construction LLC image 1 of 1 compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Looking to hire a couple of high-quality carpenters...

Framer/Carpenter

  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 11 days ago

Framer/Carpenter compensation: $35/55hr DOE employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Looking for Carpenter for framing and siding....

Carpenter - Healthcare Construction

  • Billings, MT
  • 12 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 12 days ago

Ability to use carpentry math to calculate measurements....

Metal siding carpenter

  • Corvallis, MT
  • 15 days ago
  • Corvallis, MT
  • 15 days ago

un Metal siding carpenter compensation: $25 + doe employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Metal siding carpenter Metal siding installer / carpenter Principals only....

Carpenter Helpers

  • Missoula, MT
  • 18 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 18 days ago

Missoula MT. from 10/01/25 to 12/31/25 to Help carpenters erect by carrying tools, wood, making simple wood cuts, nailing simple lumber pieces, assembling building components for lead carpenters and...

Carpenters

  • Missoula, MT
  • 18 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 18 days ago

Install metal siding, windows, ceiling tiles, and insulation. Instruct less skilled workers on job duties....

Carpenter wanted

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 18 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 18 days ago

un Carpenter wanted (Kalispell) AJ Enterprises Inc. compensation: Wages DOE let's talk. employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Framer wanted must have independent contractor...

Carpenter Helpers

  • Billings, MT
  • 19 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 19 days ago

Cities and Towns in Yellowstone County from 10/01/25 to 12/31/25 to Perform tasks requiring less skill at the construction site including assisting carpenters to layout materials, siding, lumber for...

Demographic Data for Montana

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Montana

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Montana offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.1%
Bachelor's Degree
18.0%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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