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Carpenters (NOC 7271)DescriptionCarpenters construct, erect, install, maintain and repair structures and components of structures made of wood, wood-substitutes and other materials. They are employed by construction companies, carpentry contractors, maintenance departments of factories, plants and other establishments, or they may be self-employed. Example Titles
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DutiesCarpenters perform some or all of the following duties:
SkillsCarpenters need the following skills and abilities: Essential Skills:
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Terms & ConditionsThe major period of construction is in the spring, summer or fall, but carpenters can work at any time of the year. The normal hours of work are 35 to 40 hours a week, but they may work longer hours during busy seasons. Work can be outdoors or indoors. Carpentry can be a strenuous occupation, with lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling and standing for long periods. There is a risk of injury from falls, sharp material and tools, and from power tools used in the work site. Outside repair work may be conducted in adverse weather conditions. Although most carpenters are employees, about a third of the carpenters in Manitoba are self-employed as independent contractors. Most carpenters work on a project to project basis. Union members are called for jobs by the Union Hiring Hall. Most carpenters on construction sites work under the Construction Industry Wages Act. Those not covered under the Construction Industry Wages Act are covered under the Employment Standards Code and its Minimum Wage and Working Conditions Regulation 62/99. The Construction Industry Wages Act also regulates the rates of pay for apprentices. These are dependant upon the level of training, size and type of project, and location within Manitoba. Further information is available from the Manitoba Apprenticeship Training Branch. Earnings$26,000 per annum - starting $40,800 per annum - average $63,400 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / Training
The following post-secondary institutions offer related training in this field:
University College of the North offers a one-year program in Carpentry/Woodworking. Carpentry/Woodworking graduates receive up to one year's credit toward their Journeyperson's certification if they receive a grade of 70% or greater in all courses. http://is-8668.ucn.ca/webpages/xml/xml_output/2009_6_27/Program_List_1248709237329.xml
Career PathsMost carpenters are employed by construction contractors, utility companies or manufacturing firms. Employment prospects for carpenters vary considerably depending on the season and economic conditions. Entry into the trade is often through work as a carpenter's helper or construction labourer. Carpenters may advance to foreman and construction superintendent positions or become contractors. Carpenters are involved in every step of construction and this overall knowledge is an advantage when applying for supervisory positions. With additional training, carpenters can also transfer their skills to related occupations such as cabinetmaker or interior systems mechanic. Red Seal trade certification allows for interprovincial mobility. OutlookThe employment outlook for qualified carpenters is expected to be good in the 2010 - 2014 period. Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 4,865. Employment of carpenters, like that of many other construction trades, is tied to new residential, commercial and institutional building and renovation and is sensitive to the fluctuations of the economy. The volume of activity in residential and commercial construction is expected to level off, at least in the early part of the forecast period. Much of the work in new residential construction is done by sub contract and home renovations by self-employed carpenters. Major infrastructure projects like the Wuskwatim hydro-electric project will create some jobs for carpenters over the next five years. Housing renewal, particularly in Northern Manitoba and First Nations communities should create some local employment. Opportunities will be best for individuals with Red Seal Journey status as these credentials are recognized across the country and allow carpenters move to other provinces to work on projects. New entrants and apprentices may experience difficulty securing employment. This trade has an average age profile and moderate levels of retirement demand are expected in the forecast period. Carpenters have become more efficient through the use of power tools such as nailers, and as the assembly of pre-fabricated components such as pre-hung doors, windows and prefabricated stairs become more common. A familiarity with new construction methods and materials will be an advantage in seeking employment. There are proportionally more carpenters in rural Manitoba than in Winnipeg. The majority are employed in the Construction industry (82%), followed by the Manufacturing sector (4%) and by Public Administration (2%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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