Lead Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Carpenter Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Carpenter to join our team on commercial construction projects. This position requires a hands-on leader who will actively work alongside the team, wearing tools, and managing carpenters and subcontractors on school and multifamily new build projects.

• Manage and oversee carpenters and subcontractors on commercial construction projects.
• Participate in site preparation and layout, including reading blueprints and verifying dimensions.
• Perform rough carpentry tasks such as floor, wall, and roof framing, sheathing installation, and stair framing.
• Complete exterior carpentry work that includes exterior sheathing, siding installation, and trim.
• Handle door and window installation, ensuring proper hanging, setting, and hardware installation.
• Execute finish carpentry tasks, including installing baseboards, crown molding, and interior trim.
• Specialize in cabinetry and millwork, working on kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, and custom millwork.
• Engage in specialty carpentry projects such as concrete formwork and heavy timber construction.
• Address punch list items and final completion tasks like adjusting doors, repairing trim, and conducting final inspections.

• Proficiency in construction, carpentry, and commercial construction.
• Ability to perform all phases of carpentry, including layout, concrete formwork, rough framing, and finish carpentry.
• Experience with metal stud framing and hand tools.
• Capability to read blueprints and establish building lines and elevations.
• Knowledge of concrete pours and rough carpentry.

• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts, skidsteers, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
• Certification from CITC or a union apprenticeship is preferred.
• Possession of an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is preferred.

Join a reputable General Contractor that values leadership and high integrity. Experience growth in a stable and family-oriented company environment.

Work on new construction commercial projects such as schools. The Lead Carpenter will report to the Superintendent.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southlake, TX.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/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 fully onsite position in Southlake,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.