Painter

Job Title: Finish Carpenter

Job Description

This role combines finish carpentry with industrial paint preparation in a busy shop environment. You will support the painting team by helping to prep and paint parts in a spray booth using spray guns and pressure pots, while also performing carpentry-related tasks such as door installation, framing, and general construction work. The position requires strong attention to detail, comfort with physical labor, and the ability to work consistently on a full-time schedule with occasional Saturday hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts and surfaces for painting, including sanding, cleaning, and masking to ensure high-quality finishes.
• Assist spray painters in the paint booth, including setting up and operating spray guns, HVLP equipment, and pressure pots under direction.
• Support industrial painting operations by organizing materials, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and following all shop procedures.
• Perform finish carpentry tasks such as door installation, framing, and related construction activities as needed.
• Use basic hand tools and equipment safely and effectively for both carpentry and paint prep work.
• Measure and mark materials accurately using a tape measure to support precise cuts, installations, and assembly.
• Handle and move materials, components, and equipment, including lifting items up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Work collaboratively with the shop and painting teams to meet production schedules and maintain consistent workflow.
• Follow safety guidelines, including proper use of ventilation, protective equipment, and handling of paints and related materials.
• Adapt to varying workloads and assist in other shop tasks as required to support overall operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Proficiency in reading and using a tape measure accurately.
• Experience using basic hand tools safely and effectively.
• Experience in labor-intensive work such as construction, carpentry, or industrial environments.
• Hands-on experience with paint preparation tasks, including sanding and surface prep.
• Familiarity with painting processes, including working in a paint booth.
• Ability to work full-time hours from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with HVLP spray systems and pressure pot equipment.
• Experience in finish carpentry, including door installation and framing.
• Exposure to construction, sheet metal, or shear operations.
• Experience with industrial painting and spray gun usage.
• Comfort working with sanding tools and other prep equipment.
• No formal certifications required.
• No specific medical clearances indicated.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, family-owned organization that values hard work, reliability, and long-term employment. The company offers a steady workload with consistent hours, often around 55 hours per week, providing opportunities for overtime and strong earning potential. You can expect a supportive environment where employees are treated as part of a close-knit team, with plenty of work lined up and clear pathways to become a direct hire.

Work Environment

This role is based in a shop environment that experiences temperature changes with the seasons, running hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The facility has good ventilation, particularly important for paint booth and industrial painting activities. You will work around spray booths, spray guns, HVLP and pressure pot systems, carpentry tools, and general construction equipment. Standard hours are approximately 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., resulting in a workweek that often totals around 55 hours. The setting is hands-on, physically active, and production-focused, requiring appropriate work attire suitable for a shop and painting environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Clemens, MI.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

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 fully onsite position in Mount Clemens,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.