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Denver Benson

is a Carpentry instructor at Flint Hills Job Corps Center. Since joining the Flint Hills Job Corps team in 2021, Denver has used his experience in the field and 23-year membership in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America to pass along valuable skills to his students.

Trade

Carpentry

Carpentry

On the job, you will ...

  • Follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks   

  • Measure, cut and shape wood, plastic or other materials using hand tools  

  • Insulate buildings, install drywall 

  • Assist in constructing tall buildings and bridges 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Most Carpentry Job Corps graduates go on to work as carpenters in the public or private sector.  

The credentials you will earn ...

Students training in the Carpentry training program can earn a pre-apprentice certificate of completion that offers registered apprenticeship opportunities and on-the-job experience. You can also earn industry-recognized credentials in scaffolding and certifications in construction safety from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). 

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 

  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 

  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 

  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements 

  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements 

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Jeremy Lee - Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice - Anaconda Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Jeremy Lee

has over 20 years of residential and commercial carpentry experience. He also is a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 82.

Trade

Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice

Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice

On the job, you will ...

  • Follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks   
  • Measure, cut and shape wood, plastic or other materials using hand tools  
  • Insulate buildings, install drywall 
  • Assist in constructing tall buildings and bridges 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Most Carpentry Job Corps graduates go on to work as carpenters in the public or private sector.  

The credentials you will earn ...

Students training in the Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice training program can earn a pre-apprentice certificate of completion that offers registered apprenticeship opportunities and on-the-job experience. You can also earn industry-recognized credentials in scaffolding and certifications in construction safety from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). 

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 
  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 
  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 
  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements 
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National Rate Max Value
79,206
Industry

Construction

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Job Corps offers training in the following construction areas. Get started today.

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/industry/construction
Short Description

Carpenters follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks.

National Rate Avg Value
52,021
National Rate Min Value
40,268
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Mark Craddock - Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice - Anaconda Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Mark Craddock

brings nearly 30 years in the commercial carpentry industry to his role as Lead Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice instructor at Anaconda Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. Mark has worked in commercial carpentry for nearly 30 years.

Trade

Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice

Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice

On the job, you will ...

  • Follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks   
  • Measure, cut and shape wood, plastic or other materials using hand tools  
  • Insulate buildings, install drywall 
  • Assist in constructing tall buildings and bridges 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Most Carpentry Job Corps graduates go on to work as carpenters in the public or private sector.  

The credentials you will earn ...

Students training in the Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice training program can earn a pre-apprentice certificate of completion that offers registered apprenticeship opportunities and on-the-job experience. You can also earn industry-recognized credentials in scaffolding and certifications in construction safety from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). 

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 
  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 
  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 
  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements 
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National Rate Max Value
79,206
Industry

Construction

Submitted by jobcorps on
Desc

Job Corps offers training in the following construction areas. Get started today.

Hero Image
Construction hero image
Icon
Construction
Icon Color
Red
Landing Page Title
Construction
URL Path
/industry/construction
Short Description

Carpenters follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks.

National Rate Avg Value
52,021
National Rate Min Value
40,268
Header - Meet your instructors
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Meet your instructors
Title
Meet your instructors
Academic Skills Instructor
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National Rate Max Value
79,206
Industry

Construction

Submitted by jobcorps on
Desc

Job Corps offers training in the following construction areas. Get started today.

Hero Image
Construction hero image
Icon
Construction
Icon Color
Red
Landing Page Title
Construction
URL Path
/industry/construction
Short Description

Carpenters follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks.   

National Rate Avg Value
52,021
National Rate Min Value
40,268
Header - Meet your instructors
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Meet your instructors
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Meet your instructors
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