Carpenter at Carpenters JAC of Philadelphia Pennsylvania
at Carpenters JAC of Philadelphia Pennsylvania in Georgetown, DE
About This Program
The Carpenters JAC of Philadelphia Pennsylvania sponsors this union carpenter apprenticeship located in Georgetown, DE. This Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program extends the reach of the Philadelphia-area carpenters union into southern Delaware, offering paid, structured training to apprentices entering the construction trades in the region. Apprentices earn wages throughout the full duration of the program.
The program is 4 years in length and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in rough framing, concrete forming, finish carpentry, interior systems, and hardware installation under the supervision of experienced journey-level carpenters. Classroom instruction covers blueprint reading, construction math, building codes, and workplace safety.
Graduates earn journey-level carpenter status with union recognition across Delaware, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic states. JATC membership provides access to collectively bargained wages and benefits, along with a network of union contractors offering consistent employment throughout the 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.
How to Apply
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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