Carpenter

Build and repair structures and fixtures from wood and other materials.

$45k–$85k/year·Apprenticeship or trade school (no degree required)Moderate demand
🔧 Skilled Trades & Building

A day in this role

On a typical day you'll measure, cut, and assemble — framing a wall, hanging a door, or fitting custom trim — and step back to see something real that didn't exist that morning.

Key skills

PrecisionSpatial reasoningPhysical staminaProblem-solving

How to get there

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How to find jobs

Search for:

"Carpenter" OR "Finish Carpenter" OR "Framer"

Where to look:

Indeedlocal contractor pagesZipRecruitercarpenters' union halls

Application tip:

A phone full of photos of your finished work is the best portfolio in this trade — bring it to every interview.