Construction Worker - Carpentry/Drywall/Paint

Job Title: Construction Worker - Painting, Drywall, Carpentry

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Job Description

This role focuses on exterior repair and refurbishment work on residential complexes, including patching stucco, replacing damaged wood, and performing light painting. You work as part of a small team to restore and refresh vacant apartments, ensuring high-quality workmanship and a clean, finished appearance.

Responsibilities

• Patch and repair exterior stucco surfaces on residential buildings, ensuring smooth, durable finishes.
• Remove, replace, and repair damaged or deteriorated exterior wood components, including trim and framing as needed.
• Perform light painting tasks, including paint preparation and touch-up work on repaired areas.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively for carpentry and stucco repair tasks.
• Measure materials accurately using tape measures and other basic tools to ensure precise cuts and installations.
• Assist with rough carpentry tasks as needed during apartment refurbishments.
• Support finish carpentry activities, such as trim work and cabinetry-related repairs when required.
• Maintain and use personal wood and stucco tools appropriate for the job.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve a professional finish.
• Work in teams of two to refurbish vacant apartments efficiently and to quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working on exterior structures and using tools.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and meet project timelines.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with wood and stucco repairs on residential or similar structures.
• Ability to perform stucco patching and repair work on building exteriors.
• Carpentry skills, including rough carpentry and basic framing tasks.
• Proficiency with hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, chisels, and tape measures.
• Proficiency with power tools commonly used in carpentry and stucco work.
• Experience with finish carpentry tasks, including trim work and cabinetry-related repairs.
• Capability to perform paint preparation tasks and light painting work.
• Ownership and ability to use appropriate wood and stucco tools required for the role.
• Ability to work effectively in a two-person team environment.
• Reliable work habits and the ability to consistently work first-shift hours Monday through Friday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new techniques and tasks related to stucco, carpentry, and painting.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and basic layout using a tape measure.
• Comfort working with cabinetry and related carpentry tasks when needed.
• Flexibility to handle a variety of repair and refurbishment tasks within vacant apartments.
• Openness to training and skill development, even if currently proficient in only one of the listed skill areas.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that invests in your development and offers comprehensive benefits upon conversion to a full-time role. You have the opportunity to learn new skills on the job, receive training to expand your expertise, and work in a supportive team environment that values a good attitude and willingness to grow.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., working primarily in teams of two. The work takes place on the exterior of residential complexes and inside vacant apartments being refurbished. You regularly use a variety of hand and power tools for stucco repair, carpentry, cabinetry work, and paint preparation. The environment is hands-on and field-based, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and completing refurbishments efficiently and to a high standard.

Location - Buena Park/East LA

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buena Park, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Buena Park,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.