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Careers / Carpenters |
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Summary Description |
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Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Beam Builder |
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Building Carpenter |
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Construction Carpenter |
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Counter Installer |
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Custom Wood Stair Builder |
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Finish Carpenter |
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Hardwood Floor Installer |
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House Carpenter |
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Wood Floor Layer |
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Nature of the Work |
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Working Conditions |
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Interesting Fact |
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The average American household spends more on transportation than on food. |
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