carpenter

Carpenters cut, shape and assemble wooden elements for the construction of buildings and other structures. They also use materials such as plastic and metal in their creations. Carpenters create the wooden frames to support wood framed buildings.

Alternative Labels

carpenter

carpentry framer

commercial carpenter

craft carpenter

craftsman carpenter

frame-maker

heritage carpentry

joiner

joiner supervisor

joinery worker

timber worker

woodworker

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply wood finishes clean wood surface create smooth wood surface create wood joints follow health and safety procedures in construction identify wood warp inspect construction supplies install construction profiles install wood elements in structures install wood hardware interpret 2D plans interpret 3D plans join wood elements keep sawing equipment in good condition keep track of wooden elements snap chalk line sort waste transport construction supplies use measurement instruments use safety equipment in construction work ergonomically

Essential Knowledge

types of wood wood cuts woodworking tools

Optional Skills and Competences

answer requests for quotation apply restoration techniques assess conservation needs build scaffolding calculate needs for construction supplies construct wood roofs create cutting plan estimate restoration costs follow safety procedures when working at heights install insulation material keep personal administration keep records of work progress maintain equipment maintain work area cleanliness monitor stock level operate band saw operate crosscut saw operate table saw operate wood router order construction supplies process incoming construction supplies program a CNC controller secure working area set up temporary construction site infrastructure use sander use squaring pole work in a construction team

Optional Knowledge

asbestos removal regulations energy performance of buildings loading charts for transportation of goods

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/2a22ff9e-de3b-408d-b312-5034896cc4f4

Status

released

Occupations

carpenter

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI