You must be in good health, be physically fit, and have good eye, hand, and finger coordination. You will need average learning skills and the ability to mentally picture the position and shape of objects, do detailed and exacting work, and perform quick and accurate arithmetic computations.
If you are seriously considering a career in carpentry, you should be prepared to work at any height. Because your work will often take you out of doors, you should also be prepared to face some unpleasant weather conditions. Overtime is periodically required. The location of the work site may mean that you need to commute to your work or temporarily reside away from home.
You should be prepared for occasional late shifts at the College as courses may, from time to time, run until 6 p.m.