Carpenter at Carpenter Electric of Richmond, Inc.
at Carpenter Electric of Richmond, Inc. in Richmond, IN
About This Program
Carpenter Electric of Richmond, Inc. sponsors a registered Carpenter Apprenticeship program based in Richmond, IN. This non-union program is offered by an independent employer sponsor, providing a direct, employer-driven path into the carpentry trade for individuals in eastern Indiana who want to earn while they learn.
The four-year program is structured around 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience across core carpentry tasks while developing knowledge in construction safety, blueprint reading, and trade-specific skills relevant to the employer's work. Field training is the foundation of the program, supported by classroom instruction throughout the apprenticeship.
Graduates complete the program with journey-level carpenter skills and documented work experience that employers value. For those looking to enter the construction trades with a hands-on, employer-connected training model in Richmond, this apprenticeship offers a practical and direct route.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Carpenter Career Outlook
National Median
$25.87/hr
~$53,809.6/yr
Apprentice Start
$14.5/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Carpenter employment is projected to grow in line with construction activity. Residential building, commercial renovation, and infrastructure projects all drive demand. Carpenters with diverse skills across framing, finishing, and concrete work have the strongest prospects. The trade continues to face a shortage of younger workers, creating opportunities for new entrants.
What to Expect as a Carpenter Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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