Carpenter Jobs in Laconia, NH

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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Production Team Partner - Mat Roller & Order Builder - UniFirst

  • UniFirst
  • Franklin, NH (12 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, NH (12 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Our Production Team is Kind of a Big Deal! UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Production Team Partner to join our UniFirst Family. As a Team Partner in the Production Department, you...

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Finish Carpenter

  • Alton, NH (13 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alton, NH (13 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: 2+ years of carpentry experience Finish work experience (trim, molding, cabinetry) Ability to read plans and work independently Reliable transportation We Offer: Weekly pay Health insurance...

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Carpenter

  • Aerotek
  • Concord, NH (23 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Concord, NH (23 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 6 days ago

Experience in construction, particularly in framing and finish carpentry. Knowledge of rough carpentry techniques....

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Carpenter needed

  • New Hampton, NH (7 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 27 days ago
  • New Hampton, NH (7 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 27 days ago

Carpenter needed (Sunapee NH) compensation: $20.00 and up employment type: job title: Carpenter Looking to add a carpenter to our team, pay based on experience....

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Need Carpenter

  • Gilford, NH (6 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Gilford, NH (6 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 28 days ago

Need Carpenter (Gilford) compensation: Up to $35 hourly Need a carpenter for basic exterior work. Must be available Monday-Friday. No weekends. Must have some basic hand tools....

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Light Demo, Carpenter, Painter, Helpers

  • Franklin, NH (12 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Franklin, NH (12 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 28 days ago

Light Demo, Carpenter, Painter, Helpers (Central New Hampshire) compensation: $23 to $34 per hour based on abilities & experience....

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Carpenter

  • CP01 University System of New Hampshire
  • Plymouth, NH (14 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth, NH (14 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

maintain records. (35%) Perform new construction within buildings, including but not limited to: working on floors, ceilings, walls, roofs, porches, partitions, moldings, window sashes, framework, framing...

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Wanted All Trades Painters,Carpenters,Handymen,Electricians

  • Concord, NH (23 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Concord, NH (23 miles from Laconia, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

ALL TRADES** PAINTERS,CARPENTERS,HANDYMEN,ELECTRICIANS** (Concord and all surrounding areas)) image 1 of 11 compensation: Set your own rates!!!...

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Demographic Data for Laconia, NH

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Carpenter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Basics of Becoming a Carpenter
Carpentry is one of the oldest skilled crafts in the world and involves shaping, fitting and assembling pieces of wood to make objects for use in fields like construction and home improvement. It...
Intentional Public Disruptions: Art, Responsibility, and Pedagogy
During the fall of 2017, art educator B. Stephen Carpenter II began a residency at the } (CAST). He provided new perspectives on issues of access, privilege, and the global water crisis through a...
Diploma in Carpentry Studies
This course will first guide you through the job opportunities available for modern-day carpenters. It will then teach you about important building and fastening materials, including hand and...

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Laconia, NH

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Laconia, NH offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
Associate's Degree
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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