Carpenter Jobs in Hopkinton, 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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M&S Development LLC

Full - time Finish Carpenter

Primary Position We are looking for a full-time, experienced carpenter to join our team....

Carpenters / Tapers

  • Attleboro, MA (23 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Attleboro, MA (23 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

un Carpenters / Tapers compensation: 17-35 employment type: job title: Carpenter/board hanger/ taper Looking for experience carpenters that can do frame to finish as well as board hangers and tapers...

Carpenters Needed

  • Somerville, MA (24 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Somerville, MA (24 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

un Carpenters Needed (Somerville) compensation: 26-40 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenters Needed FRAME TO FINISH CARPENTERS NEEDED Jobs throughout Boston Minimum 3 years...

Builder 2 Utility Oven

  • Ashland, MA (3 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ashland, MA (3 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Today, over 55 years later, the product line has broadened to include cabinetry and storage solutions to help maximize the total home living space....

Carpenters Needed

  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

un CARPENTERS NEEDED (Waltham) compensation: 25 plus depends on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Carpenters Needed FRAME TO FINISH CARPENTERS NEEDED jobs throughout...

Journeyman Carpenter

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

If you're a skilled Journeyman Carpenter seeking carpentry jobs with great pay, we may have the job for you....

Commercial Carpenter

  • Newton, MA (19 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton, MA (19 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Interior/Exterior trim, cabinetry, solid surface counters, furniture/fixture installations, light metal framing/drywall, doors/hardware, etc....

Lead Carpenter / Maintenance Needed

  • Norwood, MA (17 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (17 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

READ CAREFULLY: Must have a vehicle capable of carrying a 20 foot extension ladder, sheet-rock, or cabinetry....

Managing Carpenter

  • Sherborn, MA (8 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sherborn, MA (8 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

un Managing Carpenter (metrowest) The Wiese Company, Inc image 1 of 1 compensation: Negotiable employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Managing Carpenter Well established design/build...

Finish Carpenter

  • Marlborough, MA (8 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (8 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities: Perform exterior finish carpentry and cabinetry. Work on commercial large-scale projects focusing on framing and finish work....

Lead Foreman/Master Carpenter

  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

The skills needed include: Framing Drywalling Tiling Custom carpentry and high end trim Decks/Porches Additions/Dormers Kitchens and baths All kinds of flooring Siding and exterior trim Windows and...

Carpenter/ framer needed

  • Smithfield, RI (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Carpenter/ framer needed (Coventry) Safe Clean LLC image 1 of 1 compensation: TBD employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Framing laborer/ handyman Looking for skilled framer/ carpenter...

CARPENTER/Construction workerWanted

  • Foxborough, MA (19 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (19 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

CARPENTER/Construction workerWanted!!!...

Carpenter Laborer

  • Brookline, MA (21 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brookline, MA (21 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Brookline's Department of Public Works (DPW) seeks a Carpenter Laborer to perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry and manual labor for the Water and Sewer Division; other related work, as required...

Cabinet Maker

  • Canton, MA (21 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Canton, MA (21 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

3+ years of cabinet making experience Experience using hand tools and tape measures Why Work Here?...

Demographic Data for Hopkinton, MA

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Hopkinton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Hopkinton, 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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