Carpenter Jobs in Burnt Hills, NY

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's Helper / Laborer

  • Troy, NY (20 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, NY (20 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Current jobs include a renovation of a wood framed house in Troy, and the new construction of a highly sustainable home....

Carpenter

  • Troy, NY (20 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, NY (20 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Candidates should have experience performing construction carpentry duties, as projects include solely new-build or remodel work....

Light trim carpenter

  • Malta, NY (5 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Malta, NY (5 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Manufactured and modular home dealership looking for carpenter with light trimming experience. Must submit resume via email- manager will contact directly to schedule an interview....

Carpenter

  • Malta, NY (5 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Malta, NY (5 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Manufactured and modular home dealership looking for carpenter. Must submit resume via email- manager will contact directly to schedule an interview....

New York Handyman/Carpenter - Log Cabin Repairs

  • Guilderland, NY (16 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Guilderland, NY (16 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

New York Handyman/Carpenter - Log Cabin Repairs (NY) compensation: Depends on experience LogCabinRepairs.net Seeking New York Handyman/Carpenter with reliable transportation and basic skills/tools for...

Carpenter Helper

  • Pattersonville, NY (12 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pattersonville, NY (12 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

carpenter helper (Schenectady) Weber Carpentry & Home Improvement Corp. compensation: salary to compenetrate with experience. ( To be determined upon experience. ) employment type: experience level:...

Veteran Homebuilder Seeks Next-Gen Builder to Carry the Torch

  • Saratoga Springs, NY (11 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (11 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Veteran Homebuilder Seeks Next-Gen Builder to Carry the Torch (Saratoga Springs) image 1 of 1 compensation: TBD After 40+ years in the residential construction industry, I am beginning to phase...

ISO Carpenter-General Labor-Handyman-PT/FT & Subcontractors

  • Albany, NY (14 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY (14 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

ISO a few organized - Carpenters or Tradesman(s) and Laborer with residential and/or commercial construction knowledge. * Carpenter to have quality finish carpentry skills and knowledge. * General labor...

Apprentice Carpenter

  • Albany, NY (14 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY (14 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

The North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund will conduct a recruitment from April 28, 2025 through April 27, 2026 for 50 Carpenter apprentices.Applications are available online at during the...

Carpenters / remodelers / Carpenter helpers

  • Troy, NY (20 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Troy, NY (20 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Carpenters We are a small kitchen and bathroom remodeling company looking to add to our award-winning team. Carpentry, tile, electrical, plumping, and sheetrock....

Carpenter/Helper /Remodeling

  • Clifton Park, NY (8 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (8 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

LOOKING to SUB CONTRACT SOME WORK OR LEAD CARPENTER TO RUN THE FIELD OPERATIONS ALSO GOOD CARPENTER HELPER TO LEARN THE TRADE TRANSPORTATION AND ORGANIZED TOP PAY WITH POSSIBLE BENEFITS PLEASE REPLY...

Carpenter Assistant

  • Greenwich, NY (23 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenwich, NY (23 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Carpenter Assistant- Access Anvil Corp. Scott System, a product line of Access Anvil Corp. (AAC), is seeking a Carpenter Assistant to assist in all daily carpentry operations....

Experienced carpenter and laborers

  • Newtonville, NY (13 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newtonville, NY (13 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking carpenters and laborers with experience in framing, plumbing, electrical, flooring and finish carpentry. We specialize in kitchen, bathroom and basement remodeling....

Carpenter Helper

  • Pattersonville, NY (12 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pattersonville, NY (12 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Carpenter helper/apprentice wanted. Experience is a plus. Must be able to read a tape measure and use standard power tools....

General Mechanic-Carpenter

  • Scotia, NY (5 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Scotia, NY (5 miles from Burnt Hills, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Under general supervision, the General Mechanic (Carpenter) performs journeyman work in the Carpentry trade....

Demographic Data for Burnt Hills, NY

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Burnt Hills, NY

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Burnt Hills, NY 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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