Jobs / Physical work / 47-3012.00

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.

US jobs
21,680
Median wage
$43,780 a year
Job family
Physical work

Can agents do the work of helpers--carpenters?

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  • Task levelUnexploredNo benchmark in our collection covers this work yet.
  • Project levelUnexploredNo benchmark in our collection covers this work yet.

Unexplored territory

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Typical tasks

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  • Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces.
  • Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.
  • Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation.
  • Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site.
  • Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware.
  • Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
  • Cut timbers, lumber, or paneling to specified dimensions.
  • Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines.
  • Cut or weld metal.
  • Drill holes in timbers or lumber.
  • Glue and clamp edges or joints of assembled parts.
  • Install handrails under the direction of a carpenter.
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