Summary Wood Frame House Carpenter in Nova Scotia

Find key facts and figures about working as a wood frame house carpenter. The following information is applicable to all Carpenters (NOC 72310).

Description

Carpenters construct, erect, install, maintain and repair structures and components of structures made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials. They are employed by construction companies, carpentry contractors, and maintenance departments of factories, plants and other establishments, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$23.50/hour

Median wage in Nova Scotia

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Prospects

Very good

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Jobs

31 jobs

advertised in Nova Scotia

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Competencies

  • Management of Material Resources
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Operation and Control
  • Numeracy

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