What Are The Wages And Benefits?
In British Columbia, the median annual salary for carpenters is $57,354 and for cabinetmakers is $45,883.
This amount will increase if you can find year-round, full-time work. Your wages are affected by location, employer, and the amount of work you can find each year, your level of skill and qualifications. Wages are higher in some areas of the country than in others.
In BC’s regions, carpenters can expect to make:
Table from Job Bank Wage Report
Cabinetmakers can expect to make:
Table from Job Bank Wage Report
Wages and benefits for unionized carpenters are negotiated by union representatives. Benefits may include paid sick days, vacation time, and dental coverage. Full-time cabinetmakers usually receive benefits such as paid sick days, vacation time, and dental coverage. Self-employed cabinetmakers must provide their own benefits.
Sources: WorkBC Career Profiles, Career Cruising