Carpenters Jobs Pay in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.57 – $27.03
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,106 – $56,216
How much do Carpenters make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$21.93/hr
Range: $20.88 – $22.98
Annual Rate
$45,612
Range: $43,440 – $47,784
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.80/hr
Range: $24.57 – $27.03
Annual Rate
$53,661
Range: $51,106 – $56,216
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.67/hr
Range: $28.26 – $31.08
Annual Rate
$61,710
Range: $58,772 – $64,648
Carpenters job description
Carpenters professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors

