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.
Common Job Titles
- Carpenter Assistant
- Carpenter Helper
- Carpenter's Helper
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- Hands-onHandle construction materials, tools, and equipment on carpentry job sites under carpenter supervision, supporting installation and assembly tasks.Developing
- Hands-onOperate power tools including circular saws, drills, sanders, and screwguns following established safety protocols and carpenter direction.Developing
- KnowledgeApply building and construction principles when assisting with framing, finishing, and installation tasks on residential and commercial projects.Developing
- Hands-onExecute measurements and layout procedures using measuring tapes, levels, and squares to ensure accuracy in material preparation and placement.Developing
- MindsetRespond to carpenter instructions and work site communications demonstrating active listening and coordination to support workflow efficiency.Developing
- Hands-onPerform site cleanup and equipment maintenance tasks maintaining organized work areas and prolonging tool life through proper care.Developing
- KnowledgeApply basic mathematical calculations for material estimation and cutting when preparing lumber and materials according to project specifications.Developing
- MindsetEngage in collaborative work relationships with carpenters and construction team members maintaining professionalism and responsiveness to changing job site demands.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate knowledge of public safety and construction site hazard mitigation by wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following OSHA guidelines.Developing
- KnowledgeIdentify quality issues, structural defects, and safety hazards during inspection of equipment, materials, and work-in-progress.Emerging
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Helpers--Carpenters (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
24,610
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $31,540. 25th percentile: U.S. $35,870. 50th percentile: U.S. $41,600. 75th percentile: U.S. $46,780. 90th percentile: U.S. $52,380. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $31,540 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $52,380 |
| Workers on average earn | $42,080 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Building and Construction4.6/5
- Mechanical4.1/5
- Mathematics4.1/5
- Transportation4.0/5
- English Language3.9/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle Database
- SAP software
- Salesforce software
- UNIX
Technology Skills
- Bosch Punch List
- Cost estimating software
- Craftsman CD Estimator
- Drawing and drafting software
- Job costing software
- Quicken
- Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal
- Word processing software
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable wrenches
- Air compressors
- Block planes
- Braces and bits
- Brooms
- Carpenters' chisels
- Carpenters' levels
- Caulking guns