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Helpers--Carpenters

Help carpenters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

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Median pay

$41,600
Median annual pay for Helpers--Carpenters.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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10-year growth

4.5%
Projected employment growth from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Annual openings

2,700
Projected annual openings, including growth and replacement demand.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Employment

25,200
Estimated U.S. employment for Helpers--Carpenters in 2024.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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Jobs added or lost

+1,100
Projected numeric employment change from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Entry preparation

No formal educational credential
Typical additional preparation: Short-term on-the-job training.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024 profile
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O*NET occupation profile

What the work involves

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Essential skills

  1. 1Active Listening
  2. 2Critical Thinking
  3. 3Monitoring
  4. 4Speaking
  5. 5Active Learning
  6. 6Reading Comprehension

Knowledge areas

  1. 1Building and Construction
  2. 2Mathematics
  3. 3Mechanical
  4. 4Transportation
  5. 5English Language
  6. 6Customer and Personal Service

Abilities

  1. 1Near Vision
  2. 2Arm-Hand Steadiness
  3. 3Manual Dexterity
  4. 4Extent Flexibility
  5. 5Multilimb Coordination
  6. 6Problem Sensitivity

Career interests

  1. 1Realistic
  2. 2Conventional
  3. 3Social
  4. 4Enterprising
  5. 5Artistic
  6. 6Investigative

Work styles

  1. 1Dependability
  2. 2Attention to Detail
  3. 3Cooperation
  4. 4Cautiousness
  5. 5Perseverance
  6. 6Humility

Work activities

  1. 1Performing General Physical Activities
  2. 2Handling and Moving Objects
  3. 3Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  4. 4Getting Information
  5. 5Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  6. 6Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Work context

  1. 1Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  2. 2Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
  3. 3Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  4. 4Spend Time Standing
  5. 5Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  6. 6Contact With Others

Representative tasks

  • Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.
  • Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware.
  • Perform tie spacing layout and measure, mark, drill or cut.
  • Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site.
  • Drill holes in timbers or lumber.
  • Cut timbers, lumber, or paneling to specified dimensions.
  • Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
  • Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation.

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