CARPENTERS
2023 Average Wage
$27.79 Per Hour
Entry-Level Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Typical On-the-Job Training Needed
Apprenticeship
Number of Jobs in Michigan, 2023
21,400
Job Growth (2020-2030)
440
Forecasted Employment Growth Through 2030
1.9%
What Carpenters Do
Carpenters are one of the most versatile construction occupa-
tions, with workers usually doing many different tasks. Residen-
tial carpenters typically specialize in new-home, townhome, and
condominium building and remodeling. As part of a single job,
they might build and set forms for footings, walls, and slabs, and
frame and finish exterior walls, roofs, and decks. They also frame
interior walls, build stairs, and install drywall, crown molding,
doors, and cabinets. In addition, residential carpenters may tile
floors and lay wood floors and carpet. Fully trained construc-
tion carpenters can easily switch from new home building to
remodeling.
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