Helpers--Carpenters
SOC Code: 47-3012 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Help carpenters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Helpers--Carpenters. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $41,829 | $49,608 | $57,366 | $65,146 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $46,675 | $52,520 | $58,365 | $64,210 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $43,472 | $49,795 | $56,118 | $62,442 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $43,555 | $49,733 | $55,910 | $62,088 |
| Bend, OR | $44,720 | $50,440 | $56,139 | $61,859 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $43,306 | $49,067 | $54,829 | $60,590 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $32,594 | $41,912 | $51,251 | $60,570 |
| Modesto, CA | $42,598 | $48,422 | $54,226 | $60,050 |
| Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $37,856 | $45,157 | $52,458 | $59,758 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $38,168 | $45,282 | $52,395 | $59,509 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Equipment Selection | 2.9 | |
| Active Learning | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction | 4.6 |
| Mechanical | 4.1 |
| Mathematics | 4.1 |
| Transportation | 4.0 |
| English Language | 3.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| Production and Processing | 3.3 |
| Design | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 53.6% |
| Less than high school | 25.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 18.0% |
| Some college | 3.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
- Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces.
- Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site.
- Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware.
- Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.
- Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines.
- Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation.
- Smooth or sand surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks, glue, or caulking.
Technology Skills
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