Finish Carpenters for hire in Chicago, IL

Find finish carpenters who specialize in installing trim, molding and cabinetry while demonstrating skills in precision measurement, woodworking techniques and attention to detail for high-quality craftsmanship. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Chicago, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    1,000

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  • Most popular skills

    Carpentry
    8%
    Communication Skills
    6%
    Heavy Lifting
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    68%
    Bachelor's degree
    12%
    Associate's degree
    12%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    40%
    1-2 years
    30%
    6-10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • QXO
    • Potbelly Sandwich Works
    • Systems Unlimited
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    29%
    1-2 years
    29%
    2-5 years
    29%

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Last updated: Oct 30, 2026

Finish Carpenter: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Chicago, IL: $67,454 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $52,864 – $86,070 yearly
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  • Owner/foreman/lead carpenter

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Scaffolding Safety ProtocolsDriver's LicenseHVAC Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsCarpentryTrim CarpentryPlumbing
  • Carpenter Apprentice

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProcess Optimization
  • Freelance Carpenter

    Forest Park, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA 10Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingDrywallSchedule ManagementCarpentryWoodworking
  • Travel Carpenter

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCarpentryCPRFirst Aid Certification
  • Carpenter

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DEPA CertificationClass D SecurityDriver's LicenseJourneyman LicenseNon-CDL Class C+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementCleaningEquipment Repair
  • Carpenter

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCarpentryWoodworkingFabrication3D Modeling SoftwareSketchup

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What's the average time to fill a finish carpenter role?

The average time to fill a finish carpenter role is 155 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do finish carpenters tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a finish carpenter include: carpentry, communication skills and heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for finish carpenters?

Common licenses or certifications for finish carpenters include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour.

What are some job titles related to finish carpenters?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to finish carpenters include: carpenter, carpenter apprentice and travel carpenter.

What level of education is common for a finish carpenter?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a finish carpenter in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a finish carpenter?

Most finish carpenters have 9 years of professional experience.

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