Carpenter Jobs in Ayer, MA

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 I

  • Shrewsbury, MA (20 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (20 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Carpenter I 527640 Facilities Operations&Services 27 Jun 2025 Open until filled Incumbents of positions in this series maintain buildings and related structures applying carpentry techniques and using...

Commercial Siding Installer

  • Hudson, MA (12 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hudson, MA (12 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

Join our thriving siding company located in Hudson, MA, where we are seeking motivated team members to contribute to our continued success....

Carpenters Needed

  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

Work includes but is not limited to the following: Rough framing Fixing/Trimming doors and windows Misc....

Skilled Carpenter and Carpenters Helper

  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 1 day ago

un Skilled Carpenter and Carpenter's Helper (salem nh) compensation: TBD - based on skills employment type: job title: Skilled Carpenter and Carpenter's Helper Looking for a skilled carpenter and a...

Master carpenter

  • Winchester, MA (22 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Winchester, MA (22 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Master carpenter (Woburn) Gilgun group compensation: Top pay employment type: job title: Master carpenter Looking for a master carpenter with own tools and truck must be able to do finish staircases...

Experienced Carpenter

  • Marlborough, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

subsets of framing, cabinetry, trim, etc....

Carpenter

  • Windham, NH (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windham, NH (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Established and busy building and remodeling construction company looking to hire a carpenter Must have transportation to get to the job, willing to travel Boston to Southern ME, have basic hand tools...

Skilled Carpenter and Carpenter's Helper

  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a skilled carpenter and a carpenter's helper. Must have own transportation and tools. Call Ray ......

Carpenter I

  • Lowell, MA (14 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (14 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 5 days ago

techniques and using carpentry tools to construct, alter, repair and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, roofs, etc., inspect buildings to determine need for carpentry to be...

Looking for a reliable carpenter helper

  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago

un Looking for a reliable carpenter helper compensation: 18-26 Looking for someone that has some framing experience, keep everything cleaned at all times, can do light painting and sheetrock repairs...

Remodeling Carpenter - Kitchen & Bath

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago

or cabinetry experience Full capabilities of all tools used on the job and able to demonstrate safe operations....

Concrete Carpenter

  • Littleton, MA (4 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Littleton, MA (4 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Concrete Form Technician Job Description Aerotek is hiring immediately for a fast-growing concrete construction company looking to hire self-motivated, experienced form carpenters and finishers....

Finish Carpenter

  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago

You will be involved in a variety of tasks including interior finish carpentry, cabinetry, baseboard and other finish related duties....

Carpenter to build backyard plant stand

  • Newton, MA (24 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newton, MA (24 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Carpenter to build backyard plant stand (Newton) compensation: Please quote your rate Looking For a carpenter to make an outdoor stand for me to put planters on....

Carpenter

  • Shrewsbury, MA (20 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (20 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 12 days ago

We are seeking Carpenters to join our team for large scale commercial projects. Responsibilities will include framing, trimming, cutting, and nailing wood....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Ayer, MA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Ayer, MA 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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