Carpenter Jobs in Plainsboro, NJ

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, Full Time - Central Office

  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Classified Position: Carpenter, Full Time Hours/Months Hourly Rate 8 hrs./12 mos. $28.84 Effective Date Immediately Pennsbury School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities...

Carpenter - kitchen and bath installer

  • Freehold, NJ (17 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freehold, NJ (17 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for an experienced and talented professional. In addition to the obvious with bath and kitchen installs I need someone that knows how to do crown moldingsONCE, spackling, painting, tiling,...

Craftsman ? HVAC Mercer County Community College

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and...

Siding installers/window and door installers

  • Woodbridge, NJ (21 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (21 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Looking to hire full time workers / looking for people with some experience/Siding installer Window and door installers/ All Type exterior work...

Carpenters and Helpers

  • Millstone Township, NJ (13 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Millstone Township, NJ (13 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Experienced Carpenter with good deck building exp. starts from $30 Experienced Helper with good deck building exp. starts from $24 Helper starts from $16 Principals only....

Machine Builder

  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Machine Builder Job Description Join a dynamic team of two as an electronic assembler. You will utilize a soldering iron and interpret blueprints and schematics to effectively assemble components....

Carpenter/Handyman

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (23 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (23 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Looking for a good worker with own tools who has a good feel for carpentry work/construction....

Part-time Theater Carpenter

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (23 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (23 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Carpentry (including finish and trim). Construction, mounting, strike, and rigging of scenery from technical drawings and elevations. Periodic maintenance of shop tools....

Builder Sales Representative

  • Burlington, NJ (22 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (22 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Position at Fireside Fireside Hearth and Home (FHH) is looking to add a Builder Sales Representative in Burlington, NJ to service our Burlington Branch in NJ. Fireside Hearth & Home is the worlds...

Handyman/Carpenter

  • Princeton, NJ (4 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (4 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

This is an excellent opportunity for handymen, cabinet refacing business, carpenters, kitchen/bath remodelers, or those seeking part-time/supplemental work. We bring the customers to you....

Need handyman/carpenter/Mason/Electrian - no tool/transportation OK

  • Woodbridge, NJ (21 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (21 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Currenly we have a job for a carpenter for installing sheetrocks over ceiling and building bird feeder in my backyard....

Residential Carpenter

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (23 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (23 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Residential Carpenter (Basking Ridge, NJ) Haus Remodeling 47 S Finley Ave compensation: Competitive Pay employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Carpenter Home remodeling company specializing...

Carpenter - Hiring Now

  • Somerville, NJ (17 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Somerville, NJ (17 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

Carpenter - Hiring Now compensation: To be discussed....

Carpenter I Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Responds to all carpentry trouble calls and requests throughout the facilities. Inspects, tests, assures integrity of all related building features and systems throughout the facilities....

Carpenter I

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainsboro, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Carpenter I for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O)....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Plainsboro, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Plainsboro, NJ 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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