*A job as a Custom Wood Stair Builder falls under the broader career category of Carpenters. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Carpenters :
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.
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Median Annual Wage |
$60,970 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$29.31* |
Total Employed Nationally |
700,290 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.