Carpenter at Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters JATF-Newburgh
at Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters JATF-Newburgh in Newburgh, IN
About This Program
The Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters JATF-Newburgh offers a registered Carpenter Apprenticeship program in Newburgh, IN. This employer-sponsored program, administered by a council serving three states, gives apprentices in southwestern Indiana access to quality carpentry training while earning a wage throughout the program.
The four-year apprenticeship consists of 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop hands-on expertise in framing, concrete forming, finish carpentry, material handling, safety practices, and blueprint interpretation. Classroom learning is integrated with field training to develop a well-rounded, job-ready skill set.
Upon completing the program, apprentices attain journey-level carpenter status with credentials applicable across Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. The Newburgh area's proximity to Evansville and the council's regional employer network give graduates meaningful access to employment opportunities in both residential and commercial construction.
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.
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