Wood Framer

Job Title: Carpentry Technician
Job Description
The Carpentry Technician cuts, shapes, and installs building materials, primarily wood, to support the construction and finishing of a wide range of structures. This role combines traditional rough carpentry, such as framing and structural work, with more detailed tasks that may include cabinet making and furniture-style finishes. The technician uses a variety of hand tools and construction methods to ensure safe, accurate, and durable installations.
Responsibilities

• Cut, shape, and install wood and other building materials according to project specifications and drawings.
• Perform rough carpentry tasks, including framing walls, floors, roofs, and other structural components.
• Assist in constructing buildings, ships, and other wooden structures using established construction techniques.
• Measure, mark, and prepare materials to ensure precise cuts and accurate assembly.
• Use hand tools and basic power tools safely and effectively for cutting, fastening, and finishing work.
• Install and secure structural and non-structural components in alignment with quality and safety standards.
• Support finer carpentry tasks such as cabinet making and furniture-style detailing when required.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, structural integrity, and adherence to project requirements.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in construction and carpentry work.
• Proficiency in rough carpentry, including framing and structural assembly.
• Ability to use hand tools confidently and safely for cutting, shaping, and installing materials.
• Strong understanding of basic construction methods and carpentry techniques.
• Ability to read and follow measurements, markings, and layout instructions accurately.
• Attention to detail to ensure precise fits, clean finishes, and structurally sound work.
• Capability to work safely on active construction sites and around tools and materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to cabinet making or furniture building is an advantage.
• Experience working on a variety of structures, such as buildings or ships, is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt to both rough and more detailed carpentry tasks as project needs change.
• Willingness to learn new carpentry techniques and follow established best practices.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting project timelines and quality standards.

Why Work Here?
You will join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous skill development in the carpentry trade. The work offers variety across different types of structures and projects, giving you the opportunity to grow your expertise in both rough and detailed carpentry. You can take pride in building tangible, long-lasting structures while working in an environment that respects quality work and supports ongoing learning.
Work Environment
This role operates primarily in construction and workshop settings where carpentry work is performed. You will work with wood and other building materials using hand tools and basic power tools in active job sites or fabrication areas. The position typically involves standing for extended periods, lifting materials, and working in environments that may be noisy or dusty, with appropriate safety equipment provided and required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brownsburg, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brownsburg,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.


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.

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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.

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