Carpenter Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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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Marine Carpenters Needed

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

making, flooring, decking, joining, sheet metal, and lagger experiences will all be considered....

Framing And High End Finish Carpenter

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

We are looking for Framing and High End Finish Carpenters with PeopleReady Skilled Trades, you'll support high end custom home contractors in the San Franicisco, Marin, San Mateo Counties....

Carpenters & Painters needed -contratando carpinteros y pintores

  • San Leandro, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Empire Works is hiring painters and carpenters with and without experience in the Bay Area to work on large apartments, condominiums, and commercial buildings....

Carpenter

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Only candidates with the following qualifications will be considered: - great rough and finish carpentry skills - at least 5 years working for a framing or general contractor - good work history - truck...

Carpenter

  • Hillsborough, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hillsborough, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Read Prints Layout Hang Wood Doors Install Metal/Commercial Doors Install Windows Install Flooring/carpet or tile experience Install insulation Frame (Walls/Trusses) Install Decking Hang Siding Qualifications...

Finish Carpenter Needed

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Experienced Finish Carpenter Needed We are The Meticulous Handyman LLC & The Meticulous Contractor We are currently hiring experienced finish carpenters to service our growing client base in San Francisco...

Commercial Journeyman Carpenter Needed

  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Must have experience with rough and finish carpentry in a commercial setting. Candidate must also have experience working with strut and related hardware. No per diem is currently available....

Anaplan, Senior Model Builder - Remote - US

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Anaplan, Senior Builder Anaplan Development Team Full Time Candidates residing within a 50-mile radius of the Boston, MA or Springfield, MA office will follow a hybrid work schedule, requiring...

Seeking Skilled Cabinet Maker / Carpenter for Custom Pedestals (SF Bay

  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 13 days ago

cabinet maker or carpenter to fabricate two high-quality custom pedestals....

Looking For An Apprentice Builder

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 18 days ago

We're doing a bunch of tasks ranging from exterior carpentry, electrical, plumbing, as well as drywall patches for my home rewire project....

Looking for experienced general builder

  • Berkeley, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Carpentry is the most important skil. This is starting out as a gig, because I do need help on the short term. It's also very likely it woud turn into a full time position....

Principal Java Developer for Visual Builder IaaS Team - US Citizenship Required

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Visual Builder is the development environment for Redwood application experiences and a foundational component of the Oracle Applications Platform. It is the developer experience for Oracle...

Practice Builder - Municipal/Roadway

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Builder to expand our Roadway practice in Oakland, California (CA)! Responsibilities Expand our practice and presence in the local...

U100 Facility Carpenter/Maint New

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 20 days ago

This would include efforts toward mock-ups, furniture fabrication and cabinetry....

Framers, carpenters and handymen Needed in Oakland

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 21 days ago

un Framers, carpenters and handymen Needed in Oakland (san leandro) image 1 of 1 compensation: $18 an hr and up or bid We need to demo an exterior wall and install a garage door and need to hire framers...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in San Mateo, CA 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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