Carpenter II pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32000765
- Class code
- 32000765
- Pay group
- NC08
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for Carpenter II is $39,244 to $68,679 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32000765.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 06/2018.
What the state says the job is
Work in this class involves the performance of journeyman level carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings, or in fabricating and repairing a variety of wooden articles and equipment. Work assignments are received from the foreman or other supervisor and are usually accompanied by sketches, specifications, or oral instructions; however, an employee in this class is required to perform work in accordance with established trade practices. New or unusual work assignments are accompanied by detailed drawings or oral instructions, and any irregular or difficult work problems are resolved through discussion with the foreman. Work is reviewed by a superior through inspection of completed work for quality and compliance with work orders.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of the standard practices and methods of the carpentry trade. Working knowledge of tools and materials used in repairing and constructing wooden articles. Skill in the use of carpenters' hand tools and woodworking machines. Ability to read and work from blueprints, drawings, or sketches. Ability to make accurate arithmetical calculations. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Physical strength sufficient to perform heavy tasks for considerable periods of time.
Minimum qualifications
High school or General Educational Development diploma and two years of experience in the construction or remodeling of wooden structures or in furniture repair or construction; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.
Nearby classes in North Carolina
Carpenter II in other states
| State | Minimum | Maximum | Per year at full time |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $5,157 | $6,787 | $61,884 to $81,444 |
| Hawaii | $6,450 | $6,450 | $77,400 to $77,400 |
| Massachusetts | $2,258 | $3,107 | $58,718 to $80,785 |
| Nevada | $57,128 | $84,021 | $57,128 to $84,021 |
| Oklahoma | $27,320 | $97,759 | $27,320 to $97,759 |
Each state publishes its own range for a classification with this exact title. Duties, grade structures and bargaining units differ between states, so read each class page before comparing.