Carpenter Jobs in East Providence, RI

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 - Bristol Community College

  • Bristol Community College
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 19 hours ago

STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Carpenter I performs skilled work in carpentry for all Bristol Community College locations....

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Carpenter's helper/laborer

  • Portsmouth, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Basic hand tools needed for carpentry trade. We do a full range from new construction to renovation work....

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Carpenters & Apprentices Wanted

  • West Kingston, RI (23 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Kingston, RI (23 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

HIRING Carpenters & Laborer / Aprentices DAlessio & Sons Construction Corp....

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Carpenter

  • Tiverton, RI (17 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tiverton, RI (17 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a solid and dependable carpenter who has some experience in home Remodel / Construction experience....

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Carpenter (General)

  • Vision Construction & Design Corp.
  • Swansea, MA (7 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (7 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago

- Windows - Roofing - Siding - Interior - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Staircases - Finish carpentry Hours: 40 Hrs. per wk....

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Seeking Skilled Carpenters

  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Position Qualifications: Minimum 8 years of experience Fully tooled Need to be able to perform a variety of rough and finish carpentry Reliable Transportation Position Opportunities: 40+ hour work weeks...

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Carpenters and Skilled Tradesman Wanted

  • Coventry, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Coventry, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking reliable carpenters of different skillsets in the Coventry Area. Projects consist of frame to finish work on both commercial and residential sites throughout the surrounding area....

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Frame/Finish Carpenter

  • Aerotek
  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Perform interior finish carpentry, including installation of doors, hardware, trim, casework, and specialty finishes in industrial and office spaces....

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Residential Carpenter - Paid Training, Full Time

  • West Shore Home Recruiting
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago

company match Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) Employee Referral Program Employee Discount Program Paid training and unlimited professional growth potential Minimum Requirements: Experience in carpentry...

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Finish Carpenter

  • Aerotek
  • East Providence, RI
  • 8 days ago
  • East Providence, RI
  • 8 days ago

Skill in finish carpentry, including installing trim and other finishing elements. Experience in rough carpentry, such as framing and working with metal studs....

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Carpenter

  • Smithfield, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago

un Carpenter (Smithfield) compensation: Pay shall commensurate with experience employment type: job title: Carpenter Established Company looking for long term experienced carpenter /foreman for commercial...

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Carpenter Experienced Residential Construction

  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago

experience in residential construction, framing, decks, kitchens, baths, flooring....

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Carpenters Needed

  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago

un CARPENTERS NEEDED compensation: based on exp. employment type: job title: Carpenter/framer Carpenters needed with experience in residential wood framing to frame higher end custom homes, pay based...

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Permanent Non-Clinical - Facilities Carpenter

  • Aya Healthcare
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 11 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Permanent Non-Clinical - Facilities Carpenter job in Brockton, Massachusetts paying $26.00 to $39.00 per hour....

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A Perfect Cut Hiring Experienced Carpenter / Painter

  • A Perfect Cut
  • Bellingham, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bellingham, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 12 days ago

1 skilled, reliable person to work directly with me on residential remodeling, finish carpentry, painting, and deck projects....

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Demographic Data for East Providence, RI

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in East Providence, RI

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in East Providence, RI 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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