Carpenter Jobs in Kentucky

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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Carpenter helpers

  • Richmond, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 6 hours ago

Need someone to help build decks. Work is in Richmond and Lexington, need to have your own transportation to and from work, and be drug free. This work involves lifting heavy things and very labor...

Concrete Carpenter

  • Lexington, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Journeyman Concrete Carpenters for projects located in and around Lexington, KY....

Carpenter II - Belknap

  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Grade 4 (Hourly) Position Description: The Carpenter II position performs a variety of general carpentry tasks in campus buildings, including the installation, repair, and maintenance of doors, windows...

Carpenter/Painter, Oxmoor - Full Time

  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago

The Carpenter / Painter works across multiple facilities as needed....

Carpenter

  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Framing, custom decks, covered porches, room additions, kitchen/basement/bathroom renovations, some trim and flooring. CARPENTER Must have understanding of layout work and framing experience....

Concrete/Interior Carpenter

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago

Now Hiring: Construction, Concrete & Interior Carpenter LOCATED IN LEXINGTON,KY What You'll Do: Frame, install, and finish interior and exterior structures Read and interpret blueprints and technical...

Panel Builder

  • Jeffersontown, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Jeffersontown, KY
  • 4 days ago

Join Lantech as a Panel Builder in our CLIMATE CONTROLLED facility. We offer a 4 day work week with overtime opportunity, quarterly profitability bonuses, and opportunity for advancement. Our...

Commercial Carpenter

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago

Summary: To perform rough and finish carpentry in the alteration and construction of buildings and specialty wood items; perform related work....

Carpenter (Nicholasville, KY)

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Corman Railroad Group is seeking a qualified Carpenter in Nicholasville, KY to perform carpentry, building maintenance and construction. Responsibilities: Advanced carpentry knowledge....

Senior Healthcare Recruiter - Brand Builder

  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 days ago

Elevate Your Success as a Senior Healthcare Recruiter in Lexington Introduction Join a pioneering team at MLR, an innovative tech-driven healthcare staffing and recruiting platform, where the...

Remote Work

Need Commercial Carpenter

  • Mount Washington, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Mount Washington, KY
  • 8 days ago

un Need Commercial Carpenter (Mount Washington Edinburg Clarksville) no pay In need of Commercial Carpenters Finishers and laborers Also someone that's familiar with running electrical wires post id...

Experienced Trim Carpenters Needed Immediately Louisville

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

EXPERIENCED TRIM CARPENTERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY LOUISVILLE (Eastside of louisville) LSC INCORPORATED compensation: pay based on exp. employment type: job title: Trim Carpentry Needing skilled experienced...

Concrete Form Carpenter

  • Harrodsburg, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Harrodsburg, KY
  • 14 days ago

CONCRETE FORM CARPENTER Summary/Objective The Concrete Form Carpenter will perform general form carpentry such as building concrete forms and temporary structures, according to sketches, blueprints,...

Carpenters, helpers

  • Fort Mitchell, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Mitchell, KY
  • 15 days ago

Carpenters, helpers (Ft Mitchell) compensation: $20+ employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenter Looking for experience in framing, exterior trim, siding, and pole barns....

Carpenter

  • Lexington, KY
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 16 days ago

Use a variety of tools to perform tasks related to carpentry, framing, and finish carpentry. Work with materials such as wood, steel, and concrete....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Kentucky 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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