Carpenter Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 for Concrete Construction - Tampa, FL

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Ability to quickly learn and assist in; vertical installations and removal, framing and decking operations, pouring of vertical concrete, distinguishing between different types of material and equipment...

Turn Key Carpenter

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY This position is accountable for building and setting forms made of wood, metal, vinyl, and other materials in accordance with customer specifications (plans). The Form Setter...

Carpenter needed

  • Safety Harbor, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Safety Harbor, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

**Key Responsibilities:** * Perform general carpentry work including framing, drywall, trim, doors, hardware, cabinetry, and finish work. * Read and interpret workorders, drawings, and project specifications...

Framing Carpenters And Helpers Wanted

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Frame Carpenters Wanted For Residential Construction. Must Have Experience Framing Walls, Setting Floor And Roof Trusses And Sheeting Decks And Roofs. Must Have Tools And Reliable Transportation....

Carpenter Wanted - Rough Wood Framing - Winners Only!

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Rough wood framing experience is highly desirable. Tool belt, carpenters hand tools, corded circular saw and reliable transportation are required....

Carpenters

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Applicants should be capable of metal and wood framing, including drywall hanging. Applicants who can prep, form, place, and finish small concrete pours are a plus....

Residential Trim Carpenter

  • Odessa, FL (15 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Odessa, FL (15 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Job: Trim Carpenter Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Depending on experience Schedule: M-F Some Saturdays Experience: Trim Carpentry: 5 years (Required) Job description We are looking...

Carpenter

  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Use different types of carpentry tools, safely e.g....

Carpenter Helper

  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Carpenter Helpers will be required to perform a variety of duties as directed by the carpenter or R&M Manager....

Carpenter

  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 days ago

Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods....

Maintenance Repair Leader (General & Carpenter)

  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 days ago

Supervises and participates in skilled trades such as the repair and maintenance of plumbing, electric, and water systems and/or fixtures, brick, cement, and carpentry work....

Bench Carpenter for Custom Millwork and Casework Fabrication

  • Valrico, FL (13 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Valrico, FL (13 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $28k - $42k Per Year Bench Carpenter for Custom Millwork and Casework Fabrication CHRISTIAN SOUND INSTALLATIONS Occupation: Production Workers...

Cabinet Maker

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago

CABINET MAKER Pinellas County Schools Pinellas County Schools - Largo, Florida This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education Job Details Job ID:5269063 Application Deadline:Jul 22,...

Form Carpenter

  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Form Carpenters also frame, mold, shape, brace, erect, align, plumb, level, grade, elevate, raise, underpin, lay out, shore and stake many elements of a construction project, including the bulk headings...

Carpenter Apprentice

  • Tampa, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 13 days ago

Carpenter Apprentice Job Description We are seeking a dedicated individual with carpentry experience and mechanical aptitude, particularly skilled in using basic hand tools....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Tampa, FL 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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