Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Carpenter

Job Description

This role performs hands-on carpentry work across trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related construction activities. The carpenter actively contributes on-site with tools in hand, supports basic leadership of small crews when needed, and helps ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on carpentry work with tool bags on, demonstrating competence in trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related tasks.
• Actively engage in daily work activities to complete the assigned scope of work on schedule and to quality standards.
• Receive training and apply new skills, demonstrating the ability to be coached and to improve continuously.
• Follow directions from supervisors and crew leads accurately and consistently.
• Troubleshoot installation problems as they arise and resolve issues promptly to keep work progressing.
• Periodically lead 1 or 2 laborers in basic work activities, providing direction and support as needed.
• Work safely at all times, following safety procedures and using equipment and tools in a safe manner.
• Perform basic construction, demolition, and cleanup activities under the guidance of a foreman or crew lead.
• Install base trim and casing trim with precision and attention to detail.
• Install interior doors, including pre-hung doors, bi-fold doors, and bypass doors.
• Install hardware such as hinges, handles, and other trim-related fixtures.
• Lay out and install cabinetry according to specifications and measurements.
• Install windows proficiently, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and sealing.
• Locate and install hold downs accurately as part of framing work.
• Lay out and install stair stringers and landings in accordance with plans and building requirements.
• Use ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms safely to perform work at heights.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the project.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated competence in carpentry, including trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related construction tasks.
• Ability to proficiently use trim carpentry tools, including trim nail gun, miter saw, jig saw, belt sander, orbital sander, hammer drill, and router.
• Ability to proficiently use framing tools, including framing nail gun, worm-drive saw, reciprocating saw (Sawzall), and hammer drill.
• Proficiency in installing base trim and casing trim.
• Proficiency in installing interior doors, including pre-hung, bi-fold, and bypass doors.
• Ability to lay out and install cabinetry accurately.
• Proficiency in installing hardware such as door and cabinet hardware.
• Ability to install windows proficiently.
• Ability to locate and install hold downs correctly.
• Ability to lay out and install stair stringers and landings.
• Ability to climb extension and step ladders safely.
• Ability to work from heights such as scaffolding, forklifts equipped with baskets, and multi-story buildings.
• Ability to perform basic construction, demolition, and cleanup activities under guidance.
• Ability to use hand tools such as hammer, cats paw, pry bar, speed square, utility knife, and chalk line.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the nearest inch, half inch, quarter inch, and one-eighth inch, and to one-sixteenth- and thirty-second-inch marks for trim work.
• Capability to troubleshoot installation issues and resolve them efficiently.
• Willingness to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work safely and consistently apply safety practices on site.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction, including commercial construction environments.
• Experience in rough carpentry, finish carpentry, and trim work.
• Experience with drywall installation and related tasks.
• Experience with door installation and general installation work.
• Familiarity with metal stud framing.
• Comfort performing general labor tasks on construction sites.
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship in cabinetry and finish work.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting project expectations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous learning on the job. The role offers the opportunity to expand your carpentry skills across both framing and finish work while contributing to a variety of projects. You can expect a collaborative work environment where supervisors provide guidance, training, and support, and where your willingness to learn and take ownership of tasks is appreciated.

Work Environment

This position is based on active construction sites and involves hands-on work with a wide range of carpentry tools and equipment. You will regularly use hand tools such as hammers, pry bars, speed squares, utility knives, and chalk lines, as well as power tools including trim and framing nail guns, miter saws, jig saws, belt and orbital sanders, worm-drive saws, reciprocating saws, hammer drills, and routers. The work requires climbing and working from extension and step ladders, scaffolding, forklifts equipped with baskets, and multi-story structures. You will perform construction, demolition, installation, and cleanup tasks in a physically active environment that may involve varying weather conditions and typical construction-site noise and dust. Appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment are expected to align with standard construction safety practices.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Des Moines, IA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Des Moines, IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in West Des Moines,IA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.