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Carpenter
Work Description: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, and roads and bridges. They also remodel buildings, install drywall and cabinets, and complete exterior and interior finishes. Some carpenters specialize in one aspect of the trade, such as installing concrete forms, installing acoustical materials or driving pile. Millwright carpenters handle, clean, erect, install and dismantle machinery, equipment and other heavy materials. Carpenters should be competent in math and enjoy working outdoors. Apprentice Age: Minimum: 18 years Maximum: None Training Program: All applicants must get their first job with a contractor to gain entry to apprenticeship training. Carpenter apprentices are scheduled for about 160 hours of in-school training each year, with a mix of day and evening sessions. Apprentices are paid a small educational grant to offset travel expenses during the daytime training period. Apprentices who are unemployed may attend extra classes to work on training skill blocks, if space permits. This extra training time is completed without educational grants. Each apprenticeship term requires completion of 750 hours of on-the-job experience and mastery of a specified number of "units" Apprentices advance to the next term of apprenticeship when both unit and on-the-job hour requirements are completed. Application Process: Applications are accepted Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (except holidays) at the Nelson-Mulligan Training Center. Applicants must present proof of age and a photo ID. To Apply, Contact: Craig Hood or Tony Caputa, Employment Counselors St. Louis Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Committee Nelson-Mulligan Training Center 8300 Valcour Ave. Afton, MO 63123 314/457-8300 Fax: 314/457-8305 Union Contractor Association Labor-Management Organization - Commercial Labor-Management Organization - Residential To The Top |
