Carpenter Jobs in Florida

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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Cabinet Installer

Compensation: Competitive pay based on carpentry/installation experience and ability to grasp work knowledge after probationary & training period Paid Holiday, Personal & Vacation time...

HandyMan /Framers /Trim carpenters //Electricians

  • Clermont, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clermont, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Seeking immediate help,handyman framers,Carpenters,electricians assemblers tools a must.Hanging shelves,mirrors Residential experience..Start immediately Locations : Central florida Experience a must...

Trim carpenter needed

  • Port Orange, FL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Port Orange, FL
  • 13 hours ago

I am need of a custom trim carpenter. Must be able to cut and install interior trim. Attention to the details is a must. Job site kept clean daily. Paid weekly. Houses ready to start Monday 5-19....

Family owned and operated high-end millwork shop seeks experienced cabinet maker/finish carpenter/installers to work in the shop or in the field as needed....

Cabinet Installer/ Trim Carpenter Wanted

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Cabinet Installer/ Trim Carpenter Wanted (Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch) compensation: Pay per job depending on experience We're a local contractor looking for a talented cabinet installer/trim carpenter...

Carpenter Wanted

  • Leesburg, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Carpenter Wanted....

Carpenters needed

  • FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • FL
  • 17 hours ago

Carpenters needed (brevard) compensation: full time employment type: job title: Carpenter Looking for carpenters preferably framers with a drivers license and tools its construction and hard work but...

Carpenters

  • Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Carpenters (Jacksonville area) KT Construction compensation: Pay based on experience employment type: job title: Carpenter Carpenters and Carpenter helpers for exterior trim and framing....

About the Position We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Painter/Handyman to maintain the aesthetic and functional integrity of Class A commercial office buildings. This role emphasizes...

Carpenter/ Handyman wanted

  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Carpenter/ Handyman wanted (Kissimmee) image 1 of 9 compensation: $250 An energetic carpenter/ handyman wanted to fix the handrails, door frame, fix cracked front door, change the spouts, install weather...

Builder Sales Representive

  • Orlando, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Elite Flooring Builder Account Manager Elite Flooring is a leading floor covering contractor head-quartered in Atlanta, GA with regional offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and...

Webber - Carpenter - Heavy Civil

  • Tampa, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 18 hours ago

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

Trim Carpenter

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Carpenter Helper Job Description Now hiring construction and carpenter helpers in Tallahassee, FL....

Carpenter Helper

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Now hiring Carpenter Helper for a manufacturing facility in Sarasota, FL. Will be making wood molds in order to make indoor/ outdoor furniture. For quicker response email resume to (...)...

Skilled carpenters 2nd shift this evening

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 19 hours ago

If you're a skilled carpenter and available contact us for more info. Thanks post id: ... updated: [ ]...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Florida

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Florida 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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