Carpenter

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Dusty
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Construction
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine work requirements
• Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
• Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
• Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware
• Instruct apprentices
• Supervise other workers
• Utilize hand and power tools

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding