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Carpenters perform some or all of the following duties:

A. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements

B. Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools

C. Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials

D. Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems

E. Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware

F. Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments

G. Supervise apprentices and other construction workers

1. What education do you need to become a Carpenters?
   1. You usually need a high school diploma. 2. To gain trade certification... more
2. What is the current Job Outlook for a Carpenters?
   The job outlook for Carpenters is considered Average because: 1.... more
3. What is the future Job Outlook for a Carpenters?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Average because: 1. Although the... more
4. How much does a Carpenters make?
   The average hourly wages for Carpenters is $17.65/HR, which is close to the... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Carpenters"?
   11% of Carpenters are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for... more
6. How many Carpenters are employed part-time?
   5% of Carpenters are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 111,800... more
7. How many Carpenters are self-employed?
   Roughly 27% of Carpenters are self-employed. This is considered Above... more
8. What is the average age of a Carpenters?
   The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be average reflecting the... more