is a Carpentry instructor at Montgomery Job Corps Center. He worked with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters for over a decade and has 28 years of experience in building residential homes. Herman is a journeyman carpenter at Local 318 and is certified in OSHA 500 Construction and Green Building Awareness. All these work experiences equip Herman to lead his students to success in the field.
Carpentry
On the job, you will ...
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Follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks
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Measure, cut and shape wood, plastic or other materials using hand tools
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Insulate buildings, install drywall
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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 ...
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Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers)
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Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses
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Passing scores on all written and performance tests
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Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
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Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements
Construction
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Carpenters follow blueprints and building plans to install and fix structures and construct and install building frameworks.
