Carpentry Jobsin IL

Carpenters build and repair structures made from wood and other materials. Rough carpenters frame walls, floors, and roofs. Finish carpenters install trim, doors, cabinets, and hardwood floors. Custom woodworkers craft furniture, cabinetry, and millwork.

Apprentice: 4-year program through UBC or non-union training. Journeyman: Completed apprenticeship, works independently. Master Carpenter: Advanced skills in specialty areas, may own a shop or manage projects.

BLS projects 5% growth in carpentry employment through 2033. New residential construction, commercial buildouts, and high demand for finish carpentry and custom millwork keep qualified carpenters in demand nationwide.

Most carpenters complete a 4-year apprenticeship through the United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) or a non-union employer. Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction in blueprint reading, math, and safety.

Apprentices earn $18–$26/hr while training. Journeyman carpenters typically earn $30–$50/hr. Master carpenters specializing in finish work, cabinetry, or custom millwork can earn $55–$80/hr or run their own shop earning $80,000–$150,000 annually.

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