Carpenter vs Plumber
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Pay
Carpenter
$65,500 typical, a year
Most Carpenters earn $57,200 to $87,500 a year.
From 440 postings that list pay
1,873 open jobs now
Plumber
$80,000 typical, a year
Most Plumbers earn $64,500 to $99,900 a year.
From 518 postings that list pay
1,956 open jobs now
Plumbers typically earn about $14,500 more a year than Carpenters.
What each one does
Carpenter
- Construct and assemble wooden or metal frameworks for structures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project plans.
- Measure, cut, and shape building materials to specifications.
- Install and repair doors, windows, and building fixtures.
- Perform general maintenance and repair of building components.
- Follow safety protocols and use tools and equipment safely.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Plumber
- Diagnose and repair plumbing issues in residential and commercial systems.
- Install pipes, valves, fittings, and plumbing fixtures according to plans.
- Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Respond to service calls and address plumbing emergencies quickly.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
- Communicate clearly with customers about repairs and service options.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Carpenter
Asked for in both
- Blueprint Reading 2 in 10 postings
- Plumbing 1 in 10 postings
More common in Carpenter postings
- Carpentry 8 in 10 postings
- Drywall 2 in 10 postings
- Scaffolding 1 in 10 postings
- Millwork 1 in 10 postings
- Flooring 1 in 10 postings
- Bathroom Remodeling 1 in 10 postings
Plumber
Asked for in both
- Blueprint Reading 2 in 10 postings
- Plumbing 8 in 10 postings
More common in Plumber postings
- Driving Record 2 in 10 postings
- Customer Service 2 in 10 postings
- Pipe Cutting 1 in 10 postings
- Fittings 1 in 10 postings
- Preventive Maintenance 1 in 10 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses and certifications
Carpenter
- Driver's License 3 in 10 postings
Plumber
- Driver's License 5 in 10 postings
- Plumbing License 3 in 10 postings
Open jobs
Carpenter
Scenic Carpenter
Zach Theater$19 - $21/hr Employer statedAUSTINCarpentryForklift OperationWeldingPlasticsAcrylic Bath Installer
Ramley Construction$150k - $200k/yrstated Merrillville, INDriver's LicenseCarpentryBathroom RemodelingPlumbingAcrylic Bath Installer
Ramley Construction$150k - $200k/yrstated Tinley Park, ILDriver's LicenseCarpentryBathroom RemodelingPlumbing
Plumber
Lead Plumber
NemoursPay not stated Wilmington, DE, United States OnsitePlumbingPlumbing LicensePneumaticFittingsJourneyman Plumber-Medgas
UpchurchPay not stated Arlington, TexasPlumbingLeak DetectionSolderPlumbing LicenseGas Systems +2
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