Carpenter Jobs in Utah

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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Builder/ Cabinet Maker

  • St George, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • St George, UT
  • 1 day ago

demonstrates the ability to do the job Construction background helpful Exhibit industry or custom-build experience helpful Must have a basic set of hand tools, to include hammer, tape measure, level, and framing...

Carpenter - Hill AFB

  • Eagle Mountain, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Eagle Mountain, UT
  • 1 day ago

(hand set walls, footings, gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, drywall, finish carpentry, doors, frames, hardware, millwork, and cabinetry) Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds...

Looking for Carpenter, Painter, Handyman, Helper, Landscaper

  • Clearfield, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Clearfield, UT
  • 2 days ago

Looking for: Carpenter (replace doors, replace cabinets, repair decks, repair fences) Painter Handyman (Maintenance repair Helper Landscaper Must have own tools You will be working on repairing homes...

Truss Builder

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

Prior carpentry experience helpful. COMPETENCIES Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to write simple correspondence....

Cabinet Builder

  • Santa Clara, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, UT
  • 3 days ago

Cabinet Builder EuroContempo Cabinetry is a European contemporary style cabinet company, with a shop in St George, Utah that is 100% focused on laminate and textured melamine cabinetry....

Carpenter

  • Park City, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Park City, UT
  • 3 days ago

PeopleReady Skilled Trades (PRST) is gearing up and hiring Skilled Carpenters to get ready for multiple upcoming projects....

Truss Builder

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago

Prior carpentry experience helpful. COMPETENCIES Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to write simple correspondence....

Closet Installer/Trim Carpenter

  • Hurricane, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Hurricane, UT
  • 6 days ago

Must have experienced carpentry skills -- ability to install cabinets, countertops, crown molding, and base trim. Must have experience working with basic hand tools....

Concrete/Carpenter Positions

  • Provo, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 6 days ago

MGC Contractors, Inc. is a 100% Employee Owned Corporation. We specialize in all forms of water and wastewater general contracting including Job Order Contracting, Construction Manager at Risk,...

Order Builder

  • Draper, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Draper, UT
  • 7 days ago

Join one of the largest bottlers and distributor s of the world’s most iconic beverage brands! Why you’ll love working at Swire Coca-Cola (enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some...

Truss Builder 1

  • Tooele, UT
  • 14 days ago
  • Tooele, UT
  • 14 days ago

Clayton is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing...

Carpenter

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 days ago

Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Announcement Details Open Date 07/16/2025 Requisition Number PRN42461B Job Title Carpenter Working Title General Maintenance Tech Job Grade D...

Specialty Woodworker

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 16 days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications: 3-5 years’ experience fabricating custom architectural millwork or cabinetry....

Concrete Carpenter

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 17 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 17 days ago

A minimum of 1 years of experience in rough, concrete, or bridge carpentry and pouring concrete or equivalent combination of education and experience....

Framer

  • Ogden, UT
  • 22 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 22 days ago

un Framer (Ogden) Sweeden construction compensation: Hrly $15-$25 employment type: job title: Framer Framers wanted. $15-$25 working mostly in ogden area. Principals only....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Utah

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Utah offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.3%
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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