Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice
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Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice

Potential earnings range:
$40,268-$79,206*
Per year after graduation

Do you like working with your hands and building things? Are you organized, detailed, focused and dependable?  

Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice training program. Pre-apprenticeships are focused on preparing students for a successful experience in a registered apprenticeship program. That means your hands-on training will be based on industry standards in order to prepare you for high-skill, quality employment. 

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 
* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.

Need help meeting one or more of these requirements?

Don’t worry! At Anaconda Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center, our staff will help you along your journey to make sure you have all the tools and resources you need to check those boxes and start your training.

Meet your instructors

Meet your instructors

Jeremy Lee
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.
Mark Craddock
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.