Traveling Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Traveling Commercial Carpenter

Job Description

This traveling Carpenter role focuses on installing commercial doors, frames, hardware, and insulated metal panels, as well as fabricating and installing metal trim in commercial and industrial environments. You will work from blueprints and shop drawings, perform precise field measurements, and operate various aerial and material-handling equipment while maintaining strict safety and OSHA-compliant work practices.

Responsibilities

• Install commercial doors, frames, and hardware, including impact flapping doors, impact press doors, and heavy metal doors.
• Install insulated metal panels (IMP) in commercial and industrial facilities.
• Fabricate and install metal trim to meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Apply knowledge of T-Bar skeletal systems to support installations and structural layouts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and layouts to plan and execute work accurately.
• Perform field layout and precise measurements to ensure correct placement and alignment of materials.
• Assist with panel installation and rigging, including safe handling and positioning of large components.
• Apply sealants and weatherproofing materials to ensure proper sealing and long-term performance of installations.
• Operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, aerial lifts, and forklifts, working at heights up to 60 feet while maintaining comfort and confidence on platform lifts.
• Safely use hand and power tools required for carpentry, metal framing, and door and hardware installation.
• Maintain OSHA-compliant work practices at all times, including adherence to safety procedures and use of proper protective equipment.
• Support installation work in cold storage and food processing facilities, following site-specific guidelines and requirements.
• Coordinate with team members on-site to complete tasks efficiently and meet project timelines.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean, organized, and safe condition.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in carpentry related to commercial construction or industrial environments.
• Proficiency in door and hardware installation, including commercial impact doors and heavy metal doors.
• Experience working with metal frames and related structural components.
• Ability to install insulated metal panels (IMP) and associated systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and layouts accurately.
• Skill in performing field layout and precise measurements.
• Ability to operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, aerial lifts, and forklifts, and to work comfortably at heights up to 60 feet on platform lifts.
• Demonstrated ability to safely use hand and power tools for metal fabrication and installation work.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and commitment to maintaining OSHA-compliant work practices.
• Experience with door installation in cold storage or food processing facilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Scissor lift or boom lift certifications are a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification or higher is highly preferred.
• Experience with miscellaneous metals, including fabrication or bending, is an advantage.
• Familiarity with T-Bar skeletal systems is beneficial.
• Ability to assist with rigging and panel handling in a construction setting.
• Comfort working extended hours and a variable schedule aligned with project needs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions and drawings.

Why Work Here?

Work Schedule - Monday- Saturday ( Will be 5 10's and 1 8) total of 58 hours a week

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Per Diem Offered ($125/day)

Work Environment

This role is field-based and requires regular travel to commercial and industrial job sites, including cold storage and food processing facilities. You will frequently work at heights up to 60 feet using scissor lifts, boom lifts, aerial lifts, and forklifts, and you must remain comfortable working from platform lifts. The position involves both indoor and outdoor work, often in active construction environments where adherence to OSHA safety standards is essential. You will use a range of hand and power tools and are expected to provide and maintain your own basic tool set, including ANSI-approved work boots, a tool pouch with side bags, tape measure, right- and left-handed tin snips, torpedo level, wrench set up to 3/4", 3/8" socket set up to 3/4", 2-foot level, crescent spud wrench, duck bill vise grips, vise grips, speed square, utility knife, channel lock pliers, and a chalk box. The environment is fast-paced, hands-on, and highly focused on safety, precision, and quality workmanship.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/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 Louisville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.