Carpenters
Code: 47-2031.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£60,580
Range: £40,410 - £99,910
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, 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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Bridge Carpenter
Cabinet Maker
Carpentry Construction Specialist
Concrete Carpenter
Construction Carpenter
Finish Carpenter
Form Carpenter
Maintenance Carpenter
Rough Carpenter
Scaffold Builder
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
- Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Accounting software
Intuit QuickBooks
Quicken
Project management software
Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal
VirtualBoss
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Wilhelm Publishing Threshold
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Engineering and Technology
building and construction
design
Business
management
customer service
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
physics
Safety and Government
public safety and security
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands
put together small parts with your fingers
Ideas and Logic
notice when problems happen
order or arrange things
Spatial
imagine how something will look after it is moved around or changed
Physical Strength
use your lower back and stomach
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Cautiousness
Perseverance
Frequently Asked Questions About Carpenters
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Carpenters is £60,580. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £40,410, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £99,910 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Carpenters typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Carpenters include: Intuit QuickBooks, Quicken, Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal, VirtualBoss, Microsoft Word, Wilhelm Publishing Threshold. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£40,410
Median Annual (Average):
£60,580
90th Percentile (Senior):
£99,910
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