Description
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.
Interests
- Realistic
- Conventional
Work Values
- Support
- Independence
- Working Conditions
Work Styles
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Cooperation
- Initiative
- Achievement/Effort
Tasks
- Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
- Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
- Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
Work Activities
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
- Getting Information
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
- Handling and Moving Objects
Detailed Work Activities
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
- Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Technology Skills
- Accounting software
- Project management software
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Office suite software
Abilities
- Problem Sensitivity
- Visualization
- Finger Dexterity
- Manual Dexterity
- Near Vision
Skills
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Coordination
- Quality Control Analysis
Knowledge
- Building and Construction
- Administration and Management
- Mathematics
- Design
- Engineering and Technology
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Certified Installer - Platinum PlusCertifying Organization
Polymeric Exterior Products Association
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Adhesive Anchor InstallerCertifying Organization
American Concrete Institute International
Type
Core
Certificate name
Architectural Openings ConsultantsCertifying Organization
Door and Hardware Institute
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Substrate/Subfloor InspectorCertifying Organization
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Type
Core
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $47,254 |
| Median (50%) | $57,238 |
| High (90%) | $70,308 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $53,430 |
| Mid Level | $59,738 |
| Senior Level | $62,923 |
| Expert Level | $67,419 |
Employability
There are currently 923,100 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 961,600 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 4%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 4%
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