Carpenter Jobs in Arkansas

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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Carpenters & Top Helpers

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 3 days ago

Safe workers are the best workers CCS is looking for the following expertise for this thrilling role: Carpenters: 3+ years of experience in framing, trim, or finish carpentry Helpers: Eagerness to support...

Scaffold Builder - Universal

  • Osceola, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Osceola, AR
  • 4 days ago

Are you ready to start "Building America"? At Lexicon, we're seeking a skilled Scaffold Builder to join our team and be a part of our continued success. Offering competitive pay starting at...

Trim/Finish Carpenter / Punch Help

  • Springdale, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 5 days ago

Trim/Finish Carpenters Needed for local building materials supplier. Need to be able to install trim, base, crown molding, doors, hinges and set doors....

Carpenter

  • Springdale, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 10 days ago

Local company in Springdale is hiring carpenters! Pay starts at $18! Must have experience, know how to read a tape measure, operate power tools and saws. This position will be Mon....

Carpenters Needed

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

Carpenters Needed (Little Rock, AR) Lewis & Company Construction compensation: Pay is negotiable employment type: job title: Carpenter HIRING SKILLED CARPENTERS: Lewis & Company Construction is hiring...

Carpenter/Framers

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 14 days ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 14 days ago

un Carpenter/Framers compensation: Pay equivalent to experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Residential Construction Needing experienced framers and remodeling carpenters...

Framers/Carpenter

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 14 days ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 14 days ago

un Framers/Carpenter compensation: Pay equivalent to experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Residential Construction Needing framers and remodeling carpenters....

Facilities Technician C - Carpenter

  • Camden, AR
  • 15 days ago
  • Camden, AR
  • 15 days ago

Job Title: Facilities Technician C - Carpenter Job ID: 22774 Job Location: Camden, Arkansas - On-Site Job Schedule: Day shift, 7 days on 7 days off, (4-10 Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday) L3Harris...

Skilled Carpenter for Remodelling projects

  • Lowell, AR
  • 15 days ago
  • Lowell, AR
  • 15 days ago

Framing, drywall hanging and minor drywall finishing, etc. Painting, Painting touchup or incidental painting after structure repairs. Install siding or roof repair as needed....

Lead Carpenter with experience

  • Rogers, AR
  • 17 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 17 days ago

Lead Carpenter with experience Patterson Home Builders, Inc. 702 W....

Scaffold Builder III (El Dorado, KS) - Austin Industrial

  • El Dorado, AR
  • 19 days ago
  • El Dorado, AR
  • 19 days ago

About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60...

Cabinet Maker

  • Conway, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Conway, AR
  • 22 days ago

articles such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, and high-grade furniture.Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry...

Lead Carpenter

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 22 days ago

is responsible for performing all duties associated with carpentry work including but not limited to coordinating craftsman, materials, equipment, and subcontractors required for the jobsite....

Youth Carpenter Apprentice

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 22 days ago

The Teen Corps/Youth Apprentices will learn the different skills of carpentry by working alongside other skilled craftsmen....

Carpenter

  • Rogers, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 22 days ago

Originally founded as a small construction company in 1949, Nabholz is now a team of more than 1200 industry leading professionals working together to serve our clients, communities, and each...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Arkansas

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Arkansas 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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