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    Carpenter

Carpenter Apprenticeship Program

A journeyman carpenter possesses the knowledge and skills to build, repair, and install various carpentry elements in commercial or industrial settings. The skills required are the ability to understand and interpret blueprints, as well as accurately measure, cut, and assemble materials for construction and repair projects. Journeymen typically work independently or under the supervision of a supervisor, following safety guidelines and using the appropriate tools and equipment. 

$52,010

Average Salary in New Mexico based on the Occupational Information Network (O*Net).

Who Can Be a Carpenter?

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have completed an accredited apprenticeship program. 
  • Qualified applicants will be subject to a 7-year background check and 10-panel drug screening, prior to employment or acceptance into the apprentice program. 
  • Applicants must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprentice programs, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to their health and safety or that of others.

Program Sponsors

Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. New Mexico Chapter 
2821 Broadway Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
www.abcnm.org 
Contact: Shauna Frank | 505-830-4222, ext. 100 | sfrank@abcnm.org

AGC New Mexico, Multi-Trade Apprenticeship Program
1615 University NE

Albuquerque, NM 87102-1791

www.agc-nm.org
Contact: Charissa Inman, 505-842-1463, Cinman@agc-nm.org

Southwest Carpenter and Affiliated Trades Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
3900 A Pan American Fwy NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
www.swctf.org
Contact: Kathy Swartz | 
(505) 268-4396 | kathys@swctf.org

To obtain general information about registered apprenticeship, please fill out the form below and a representative from the State Apprenticeship Office will contact you by email. 

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