Summary
What is the role of the carpenter?
Wood and new materials
The carpenter manufactures and installs shutters, windows, interior or exterior doors, stairs, parquet floors, and fittings such as cupboards and shelves.
Traditionally, he works with wood, but his activity has adapted to new materials such as aluminum and PVC.
He also installs industrially manufactured windows and doors.
Custom production
In the vast majority of cases, the carpenter produces custom-made works. He takes the dimensions of the elements to be manufactured and produces them on site or in his workshop. He positions them, adjusts them by sanding or planing, and fixes them.
Industrial manufacturing
Shutters, doors, windows, garage doors… are more and more often made of PVC in the factory. These elements are adaptable within a few centimeters to all openings. In this case, the carpenter adjusts the elements and installs them according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
What are his working conditions?
Alone or in a team
The artisan carpenter works alone and divides his time between his workshop and the building sites.
Salaried or temporary in an SME or a renovation company, the carpenter works under the direction of a site manager. He is then in contact with other carpenters or with other trades.
Machine work
The carpenter works with tools that require scrupulous compliance with safety instructions.
How much does a carpenter earn?
A beginner carpenter earns the Smic approximately. An experienced carpenter earns between €1,700 and €1,800 gross. He also receives travel allowances.
What training to become a carpenter?
Essential CAP
Several CAPs train in carpentry:
The training lasts 2 years and is accessible after the 3rd.
These CAPs can then be supplemented by a Complementary Mention (MC) Parqueteur.
Professional Baccalaureate and Professional Certificate
The Professional Baccalaureate and the Professional Certificate offer more advanced training in carpentry:
What qualifications do you need to become a carpenter?
Accuracy
The carpenter must be skilful and meticulous in his work. He must know how to read a plan and take measurements with precision.
aesthetic sense
In addition to a good knowledge of materials, the carpenter must have a sure aesthetic sense, in order to be able to install elements in harmony with the places he is in charge of equipping.
Content updated on 07/10/2012