Notice how the job seeker in this sample carpenter resume opens with a clear objective of what he wants. These few well-chosen words will catch any employer's attention. He then lists only those previous work experiences that pertain to this particular job-carpentry and cabinet building. All carpenter resumes should include this vital information.
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Barry Jones
21 Porterville Road
City Road, USA 23417
888-888-8888
Objective: Carpenter
Seeking an interview for work as a carpenter
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Professional carpenter, trained, bonded and licensed. Ready for immediate hire for furniture building and custom cabinetwork. Excellent safety record, beautiful designs and execution.
RESUME of EXPERIENCE:
Hamilton Carpentry, Inc., Big City, USA 2000-2007
Custom cabinet making
Capital Carpentry, Inc. 1998-2000
High-end furniture design and building
TRAINING:
American Trade School, Any Place, USA 1997
RECOGNITION:
National Association of Professional Carpenters
Carpenter of the Year 2005
NOTE: This carpenter resume is a condensed version of a full resume--to serve as an example only. Always consider what the employer is looking for in the carpenter he hires. Tailor your resume to that company.
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