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Are you ready to join a team that answers all customer calls for you, fills your schedule, and provides you with your own van? We're looking for highly-skilled , Senior Carpenters and Craftsman who ...

Are you ready to join a team that answers all customer calls for you, fills your schedule, and provides you with your own van? We're looking for highly-skilled , Senior Carpenters and Craftsman who ...

Lead Carpenter

Attleboro Falls, MA ยท On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Requirements * Proven experience as a lead carpenter or senior carpenter in residential and/or commercial construction. * Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques, materials, tools, and best ...

Lead Carpenter

Attleboro Falls, MA ยท On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Requirements * Proven experience as a lead carpenter or senior carpenter in residential and/or commercial construction. * Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques, materials, tools, and best ...

Junior Carpenter

Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site

$20.50 - $27.75/hr

Support senior carpenters in preparing materials, cutting, sanding, laminating, and finishing components. * Read and interpret basic shop drawings, diagrams, and instructions with supervision.

Experienced Carpenter

Delaware, OH ยท On-site

$30 - $40/hr

We're looking for an experienced Senior Carpenter who takes pride in quality craftsmanship, enjoys working hands-on, and can help guide other carpenters on residential remodeling projects. This is a ...

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Carpenter Apprentice 2029-8

Kennesaw, GA ยท On-site

$18 - $23/hr

After completing safety training, you'll get hands-on experience alongside a Senior Carpenter, learning professional installation techniques while helping build custom enclosures and sunrooms. Your ...

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Senior Carpenter information

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$25K

$80.3K

$163.5K

How much do senior carpenter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior carpenter in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior carpenter?

Senior Carpenters are highly experienced professionals in the carpentry trade who oversee and execute complex woodworking projects. They are responsible for interpreting blueprints, managing construction teams, and ensuring that all work meets safety and quality standards. Senior Carpenters often mentor junior carpenters, coordinate with other trades, and may be involved in project planning and material selection. Their expertise is essential for delivering high-quality finishes in residential, commercial, or industrial construction projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior carpenter?

To thrive as a Senior Carpenter, you need advanced carpentry skills, knowledge of building codes, and several years of hands-on experience, often supported by apprenticeship or vocational training. Familiarity with power tools, construction software (such as CAD), and safety certifications like OSHA are typically required. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help in managing teams and coordinating with clients and contractors. These skills are crucial for ensuring high-quality workmanship, project efficiency, and workplace safety on complex construction sites.

How does a senior carpenter typically collaborate with other trades and team members on construction projects?

As a Senior Carpenter, effective collaboration with electricians, plumbers, project managers, and other construction professionals is essential for project success. You will often coordinate your work schedule with other trades to ensure that framing, finishing, and custom woodwork align with the project's overall timeline and quality standards. Communication skills are important, as you may be responsible for clarifying blueprints, troubleshooting on-site challenges, and sometimes supervising junior carpenters or apprentices. This collaborative environment fosters both efficiency and professional growth, as you learn from and contribute to a multidisciplinary team.

What is the difference between Senior Carpenter vs Carpenter?

AspectSenior CarpenterCarpenter
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, apprenticeship, and experience; may include certifications in specialized skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship or on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, remodeling projects, commercial and residential buildingsConstruction sites, residential and commercial projects
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, remodeling firms, specialized carpentry servicesGeneral construction, residential, and commercial building projects

The main difference between a Senior Carpenter and a Carpenter lies in experience and responsibility. Senior Carpenters typically have more years of experience, advanced skills, and may oversee projects or junior workers. Carpenters are entry to mid-level workers performing hands-on construction tasks. Both roles work in similar environments and industries, but Senior Carpenters often take on leadership roles and complex tasks.

What cities are hiring for Senior Carpenter jobs?

Cities with the most Senior Carpenter job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Carpenter jobs?

The most popular types of Carpenter jobs are:

What states have the most Senior Carpenter jobs?

States with the most job openings for Senior Carpenter jobs include:

Infographic showing various Senior Carpenter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Experienced Senior Carpenter

Mr.Handyman

Oakland Park, FL โ€ข On-site

$28 - $38/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Are you ready to join a team that answers all customer calls for you, fills your schedule, and provides you with your own van? We're looking for highly-skilled , Senior Carpenters and Craftsman who can "do it all" while taking excellent care of our customers.


Mr. Handyman is known for exceptional service, quality work, and our "Done Right Promise." We stand behind this commitment because we only hire the best and work hard to take care of all our team members.

When you join the Mr. Handyman team, you get so much more than a job... you get a career you can be proud of, and the support of industry-leading software and business systems.


Why You'll Want to Join Our Team

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll receive when joining the Mr. Handyman team.


  • Company-supplied van with gas card
  • A back office that takes care of filling your schedule, so you don't have to
  • An office team that answers all calls and helps you take care of the customers
  • Flexibility with hours so you can take care of life's important events
  • Your own iPad and technology support for using our state-of-the-art internal system, ServiceTitan
  • And so much more...


Your Responsibilities as a Handyman Professional

  • Completing Maintenance & Repairs - You'll be completing small to medium maintenance and repairs for home and commercial projects.The project length can range from two hours to two days.
  • Making Recommendations and Managing Expectations with Customers - You'll communicate with customers to help them understand what they need to have done and manage expectations about the scope of work and costs.
  • Create Life-Long Customers - Deliver a great experience that wows life-long repeat customers.You will follow the Mr. Handyman Way - a repeatable process that makes it easy to wow the customer every time.


How We'll Measure Performance

Here are some of the ways that we'll measure your performance in the role.

  • Customer Satisfaction (NPS) - For every job, you will encourage customers to complete a survey for them to rate their satisfaction with the service.You'll need both a high response rate and high satisfaction rate.
  • Revenue Target - Our office gets you in the door and it's your job to stay there and find additional ways to be of service to the customer.
  • Effective Billing Rate - It's your responsibility to invoice appropriately, source any needed materials, and collect payment from the customer.
  • Recall Percentage - We guarantee all our work for one year.The work needs to be done correctly, the first time.


[What We Want From You

  • Be the guy people want back
  • Represent your personal quality brand
  • Bought into the vision
  • Meets our expectations, which are teamwork, honesty, ethics, our foundation matters!


To Succeed in this Role

  • You'll need to self-manage as you'll be alone often.
  • You'll need to speak with customers and provide excellent customer service while asking for reviews and collecting payments.
  • You'll need to have the necessary tools, including the ability to use technology.
  • You'll need to document the job while following our process, the Mr. Handyman Way.
  • You'll need to wear proper PPE as well as booties to protect our customer's home.


Job Requirements

These are the minimum requirements to be considered for this position.

  • Live within the area, specifically Broward County
  • Have 8+ years' experience as a paid handyman
  • Own your own tools
  • Be insurable for driving our vehicle
  • Complete a background and driving record check
  • Able to lift 50 pounds independently
  • Able to safely work at heights and work overheard for extended periods of time
  • Professional appearance and maintenance of company-provided vehicle


As an experienced Handyman, you have strong proficiency in at least three (3) of the following:

  • Carpentry work
  • Bathroom improvements
  • Kitchen improvements
  • Painting, both inside and out
  • Drywall work, minor and major repairs
  • General plumbing and electrical, where allowed by law
  • Floor installation and refurbishing
  • Familiar with building codes


Benefits & Pay

The pay range for this position is $28.00 to $38.00 based upon commissionable revenue and is dependent on your experience as a professional handyman as well as your experience with other home repair and maintenance projects such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and drywall.

This is a base plus bonus position


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Remember, we're looking to hire only the best. If that's you, APPLY TODAY!


Should you meet the requirements for the position, our system will schedule you for an interview immediately.


You are applying to work for a franchise owner of Mr. Handyman, not Mr. Handyman SPV LLC or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchise owner will be your only employer. Franchise owners are independent business owners who are solely responsible for their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchise owners. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.