Help carpenters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Helpers--Carpenters
SOC: 47-3012 O*NET: 47-3012.00
Median Salary
$41,600
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.5%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Help carpenters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$24,960
25th
$33,280
50th (Median)
$41,600
75th
$49,920
90th
$62,400
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:25,200
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.5%
Annual Openings:2,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)25,200
Current
2034 (Projected)26,400
+4.5%
+1,100
Employment Change
+4.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Building and Construction
✓
Mathematics
✓
Mechanical
✓
Transportation
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Production and Processing
✓
Design
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Administration and Management
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year