Carpenters construct, erect, install, maintain and repair structures and components of structures made of wood, wood-substitutes and other materials.
Carpenters:
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches
Prepare layouts to conform to building codes
Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, and other materials
Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, and erect walls and roof systems
Fit and install trim such as doors, stairs, moulding, and hardware
Maintain, repair, and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants, and other organizations
Supervise apprentices/other construction workers
Prepare cost estimates for clients
Cabinetmaker
Carpenter
Construction Worker
Wood Worker
Here are some schools that have programs related to this career:
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Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s):
Carpentry and Renovation Technician Diploma; Co-op
Mechanical Technician - Millwright Diploma; Co-op; University Transfer
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Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s):
Cabinetmaking and Furniture Technician Diploma
General Construction Carpentry Techniques Certificate; Apprenticeship
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Fleming College
Peterborough, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s):
Carpenter - General Apprentice (Advanced - Level 3) Certificate; Apprenticeship
Carpentry and Renovation Technician Diploma
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Canadore College
North Bay, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s):
Building Construction Technician Diploma
Renovation Techniques - Construction Carpentry Certificate
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Red Deer Polytechnic
Red Deer, Alberta, CA
Related Program(s):
Carpenter Certificate; Apprenticeship
Parts Technician Certificate; Apprenticeship
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