Description:
Do you like building, traveling and being outdoors? Why not consider a career that is fun and offers financial freedom. Carpenters measure, cut and shape wood, plastic, fiberglass and drywall. Commercial and industrial carpenters construct, erect, install and repair structures and fixtures. These carpenters are involved in many different kinds of construction, from buildings to highways and bridges to power plants.
Interest/Qualifications:
To be a good carpenter a person should enjoy doing precision work, have pride of craftsmanship, the ability to work without close supervision, and be able to adapt to a wide variety of conditions. Manual dexterity and the ability to solve math problems quickly and accurately is necessary for those who wish to become top craftsmen. Carpenters need good eye-hand coordination, physical fitness and a good sense of balance. Carpenters can learn their craft while making good money through on-the-job training.
Education Options:
Technical School, Community College, Registered Apprenticeship Program, and Industry Training Program