Carpenter duties include the construction, installation, maintenance/repair of structures and components of structures made of all types of modern day building materials. They are responsible for being able to read and interpret building plans/blueprints, doing the layout using measuring and layout tools. Working is done with the help of the provincial Building Code. Carpenters are responsible for measuring, cutting, fitting and installation of building materials. Installation of wood doors, steel doors and trim items such as stairs, mouldings and hardware.