A finish carpenter is a trade professional who adds the later touches to homes once building is complete. Their role is to boost the aesthetic appeal of the home’s interior through additions like staircases, cabinets and windows. Often self-employed, finish carpenters manage the renovation process and related administrative duties when working with homeowners. Examples of things a finish carpenter might do include:
- Interpreting blueprints of the interior of homes
- Measuring dimensions of spaces
- Adding custom-made bookshelves
- Applying protective layers to surfaces
- Installing crown molding
- Applying extra detail to baseboards
- Inspecting the home for scratches or dents
- Ensuring doors and windows work properly
- Managing client invoices and payments
- Updating clients about the progress of projects
- Tracking inventory of building materials
- Leading teams of other carpentry contractors
Requirements
2-6 years of experience
Benefits
Competitive Benefits in the Industry