Carpenter Jobs in Northfield, VT

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 / Apprentice

  • Richmond, VT (21 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VT (21 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 1 day ago

Terra Firma Builders is seeking to add experienced carpenters and carpenter apprentices to our crew. We are a small outfit going into its 6th year of business....

Carpenters & Carpenters Helpers

  • South Barre, VT (9 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Barre, VT (9 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 3 days ago

Experience in- Framing, exterior finish a plus but not mandatory. OSHA 10 a plus but not mandatory. Basic carpentry skills and using power tools a plus....

Carpenters & Carpenters Helpers

  • Waterbury, VT (14 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterbury, VT (14 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 3 days ago

Basic carpentry skills and using power tools a plus. Bring your can-do attitude and desire to build, we will help you develop them. Seeking both experienced carpenters and carpenters helpers....

Product Manager, Base Builder Tools

  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 6 days ago

[Base]( is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen. We believe that the onchain platform is the most important builder platform...

Manager, Product Design (Onchain Builder Tools)

  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 6 days ago

[Base]( is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen. We believe that the onchain platform is the most important builder platform...

Product Designer (Onchain Builder)

  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 6 days ago

[Base]( is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen. We believe that the onchain platform is the most important builder platform...

Maintenance Carpenter - Norwich University

  • Northfield, VT
  • 12 days ago
  • Northfield, VT
  • 12 days ago

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and carpentry/vocational training. Previous carpentry experience. Experience using various hand and power tools....

Production Team Partner - Mat Roller & Order Builder - UniFirst ($750 Sign On)

  • Barre, VT (12 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Barre, VT (12 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 30+ days ago

New Hire Incentive Bonus! UniFirsts Lebanon, NH location is now offering an incentive bonus for $750 new hires. The following guidelines must be met to be eligible: New hire must reach 180 days of...

Carpenter Helper

  • Barre, VT (12 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Barre, VT (12 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 45+ days ago

Carpenter Helper at PC Construction Company FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description PC is seeking Carpenter Helpers to work in Vermont....

Carpenter

  • Barre, VT (12 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Barre, VT (12 miles from Northfield, VT)
  • 45+ days ago

Carpenter at PC Construction Company FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description PC is seeking Carpenters to work in Vermont and offering a $1,500 Sign On Bonus....

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Salary for Carpenter Jobs in Northfield, VT

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Highest Education Level

Carpenters in Northfield, VT 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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