Carpenter at Carpenters Drywall Applicator Southern Nevada
at Carpenters Drywall Applicator Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, NV
About This Program
The Carpenters Drywall Applicator Southern Nevada program offers a Carpenter apprenticeship in Las Vegas, NV, with a focus on drywall application and related carpentry skills. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is designed for individuals entering the construction trades in one of the nation's most active building markets.
The four-year program combines 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop expertise in drywall hanging, finishing, framing, layout, and interior construction systems. Classroom sessions cover blueprint reading, construction safety, material estimating, and applicable trade techniques specific to drywall and interior carpentry work.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level carpenters with specialized drywall skills that are in consistent demand across Las Vegas's hospitality, commercial, and residential construction sectors. This apprenticeship offers a direct pathway to stable, skilled employment in a high-activity construction region.
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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