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Carpenters - Eastern Atlantic States
From sturdy framework, to ornate woodwork, carpenters work in many areas of construction. They work with wood as well as concrete, drywall, plastic, metal, fiber, cork and composition materials. Carpenters use these materials to mill, fashion, join, assemble, erect, fasten and dismantle various parts of buildings.
Carpenters build homes, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, roads and bridges. They also remodel buildings, install drywall and cabinets, and complete exterior and interior finishes. Carpenters should be competent in math and enjoy working outdoors.
Some carpenters specialize in one aspect of the trade, such as installing concrete forms or acoustical materials.
Earn While You Learn!
Qualifications
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Applicants must be physically able to perform the work of the trade and meet other entrance qualifications.
- Applicants must be eligible to work legally in the U.S.
- Medical examination may be required.
- Proof of the completion of high school or a GED is required.
- Applicants must pass a substance abuse screening.
Application Procedure
The first step in becoming an apprentice is to attend a virtual information session. This session will inform you of apprenticeship practices, training, and procedures. All questions you have regarding your desired trade can be asked at the session.
Contact the local offices or training centers listed below for details on upcoming training sessions.
After your information session, you will receive an email with a link to upload requested documents. Once that is completed, you will be scheduled for an interview. After the interview, you will be scheduled for a math assessment test and a skills assessment test.
Applicants must present proof of age and photo
ID, and must pass a substance abuse screening
before admittance to the apprenticeship
program. Applicants must be eligible to work
legally in the United States.
Contact Info
Carpenters Local 197
Baltimore Area
801 W. Patapsco Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: (410) 355-5555
Baltimore Area Training Center
1407 Rome Road
Baltimore, MD 21227
Phone: (410) 737-9670
Carpenters Local 197
DC/NOVA Area
8500 Pennsylvania Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: (301) 735-6660
DC/NOVA AreaTraining Center
8510 Pennsylvania Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: (301) 736-1696
Millwrights Local 219
1013 Centre Road, Suite 301
Wilmington, DE 19805
Phone: (215) 569-2558
www.philamillwrights.com
Great Pay
First year apprentices make $18.84 per hour with benefits. Graduates make $31.40 to $34.62 per hour with benefits.Excellent Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Pension plan
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