Carpenter Jobs in Santee, 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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Lead Carpenter

Skills Desired General Construction – Construction Drawings – Carpentry - Electrical Systems – Plumbing - Framing Responsibilities Taking apart or constructing scaffolding, bracing and other temporary...

Lead Builder

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Framing, installing interior liner panel, exterior sheeting, trim, doors & door hardware, gutters, hoods, pans, and hanging HVAC units....

Cabinet Carpenter - Finish Carpentry Shop El Cajon

  • El Cajon, CA (10 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • El Cajon, CA (10 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Hiring Carpenter to work cabinets and finish carpentry at shop in El Cajon. Our line of work is commercial cabinetry (plastic laminate cabinets, countertops, casework, millwork and moulding)....

Survey Practice Builder

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Kimley-Horn is seeking a Survey Practice Builder with at least 12 years of experience to join our office in San Diego, California (CA)! Responsibilities Conducting field surveys using...

Concrete Form Builders & Finishers Needed Patios, Slabs, Driveways

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un Concrete Form Builders & Finishers Needed - Patios, Slabs, Driveways image 1 of 1 compensation: $1000 General Contractor seeking skilled crews for concrete projects in San Diego. Work includes...

Carpenter/Carpenter helper

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Understand standard framing practices. (building code) Must have reliable transportation and common carpenter hand tools. Carpenter helper....

Finish Carpenter, Decking, Siding, Wood Ceilings

  • Encinitas, CA (19 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Encinitas, CA (19 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Growing Construction company looking for a skilled carpenter for high end carpentry projects all over San Diego and Orange county....

Associate Underwriter- Builder's Risk

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At DUAL North America, our core values dictate how we live and work. We are a group with independence and people at its heart and we are a home for talent with a unique culture: the biggest small...

Hiring Carpenters for Framing and Finish work

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring Carpenters for Framing and Finish work (San Diego) compensation: $25-30/hr Hiring Construction Carpenters for Immediate Work in San Diego County 2+ years of verifiable experience in the trade...

Cabinet Installer

  • Chula Vista, CA (16 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (16 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to use job specific tools to install cabinetry, hardware and trim Maintain a safe and clean job site. Measure and cut the bases, pedestals, housing, shelves, doors, drawers and tops....

Need carpenter to build a small 8x20 short platform deck

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Need carpenter to build a small 8x20 short platform deck (Pacific beach) image 1 of 1 compensation: $350 $350 want to start Friday or Saturday Plumb posts one day then next day build deck....

Framers Wanted $25/hr (Full-Time)

  • Poway, CA (8 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Poway, CA (8 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Details: Starting at $25/hour Cash or check payments available Full-time, steady work Immediate start Requirements: Minimum 5 years of framing experience Must have full set of framing tools Must have...

Maintenance Specialist (Carpenter's Helper)

  • Escondido, CA (15 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (15 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 days ago

(TEMPORARY - Part-Time Position - 1500 hour, PERS eligible) Under general supervision, performs a variety of manual or semi-skilled duties related to construction, maintenance and repair of City...

Skilled Carpenter for remodels and additions

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking skilled carpenters for immediate employment. Most of our jobs are in Ocean Beach and Point Loma with the occasional job a few miles away....

Residential Remodeling Carpenter

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for applicants with strong renovation backgrounds, self-motivated, leaders and can do a wide variety of trades including but not limited to: * Metal stud framing * Wood stud framing *...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Santee, CA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Santee, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.3%
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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