Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
SOC Code: 51-7011 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Cut, shape, and assemble wooden articles or set up and operate a variety of woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, and mortisers to surface, cut, or shape lumber or to fabricate parts for wood products.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Cabinetmakers and Bench 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $42,744 | $52,354 | $61,942 | $71,552 |
| Burlington-South Burlington, VT | $46,592 | $54,475 | $62,338 | $70,221 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $45,594 | $53,269 | $60,923 | $68,598 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $45,115 | $52,624 | $60,154 | $67,662 |
| Connecticut nonmetropolitan area | $45,843 | $53,019 | $60,195 | $67,371 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $42,536 | $50,773 | $58,989 | $67,226 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $44,200 | $51,854 | $59,509 | $67,163 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $46,384 | $53,290 | $60,216 | $67,122 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $46,280 | $53,061 | $59,821 | $66,602 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $40,768 | $49,234 | $57,678 | $66,144 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.4 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Operations Analysis | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 4.2 |
| Building and Construction | 3.8 |
| Production and Processing | 3.7 |
| Mechanical | 3.4 |
| Design | 3.4 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.0 |
| Education and Training | 2.4 |
| English Language | 2.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 62.0% |
| Some college | 26.6% |
| Less than high school | 11.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Produce or assemble components of articles, such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, or high-grade furniture.
- Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Set up or operate machines, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, or shapers, to cut, mold, or shape woodstock or wood substitutes.
- Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints, to ensure a tight fit and quality product.
- Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.
- Attach parts or subassemblies together to form completed units, using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps.
- Establish the specifications of articles to be constructed or repaired, or plan the methods or operations for shaping or assembling parts, based on blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or oral or written instructions.
- Cut timber to the right size, and shape and trim parts of joints to ensure a snug fit, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Windows Computer aided design CAD software Computer estimation software Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
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