Finish Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician / General Laborer
Job Description

This role involves traveling to various properties throughout the Rhode Island area to perform general building maintenance and light construction tasks. You will handle a wide range of repair, janitorial, and carpentry duties to keep facilities safe, clean, and in good working condition. The position follows a daytime schedule and offers consistent full-time hours.

Responsibilities

• Drive to multiple properties within the Rhode Island area to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Carry out general building maintenance, including minor repairs and upkeep of interior and exterior areas.
• Perform janitorial duties such as cleaning common areas, removing debris, and ensuring properties remain presentable.
• Patch roofs and address minor roofing issues to prevent leaks and structural damage.
• Install, repair, and finish sheet rock, including taping, sanding, and preparing surfaces for painting or finishing.
• Cut and remove concrete as needed for repairs, installations, or structural modifications.
• Install new flooring materials and perform basic flooring repairs to maintain safe and attractive surfaces.
• Dispose of garbage and construction debris safely and in accordance with site procedures.
• Use hand tools and power tools to perform tasks such as cutting, fastening, and assembling materials.
• Measure and mark materials accurately using a tape measure to ensure precise cuts and installations.
• Assist with rough and finish carpentry, including framing, installing metal studs, and completing trim or finish work.
• Support commercial construction and maintenance activities, including light installation and repair projects.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical and building issues and perform minor repairs or escalate when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety guidelines and procedures while on site.

• Experience performing general building maintenance in a construction or maintenance environment.
• Ability to patch roofs and perform basic roofing repairs safely.
• Proficiency working with sheet rock, including installation, patching, and finishing.
• Capability to cut and remove concrete using appropriate tools and methods.
• Experience installing and repairing flooring materials.
• Comfort performing janitorial and cleaning duties as part of overall building maintenance.
• Skill using hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, tape measures, and basic carpentry tools.
• Skill using power tools commonly used in construction and maintenance work.
• Ability to perform rough and finish carpentry tasks, including working with metal studs.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for building systems and components.
• Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, carrying, bending, and working on ladders.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to multiple property locations within the Rhode Island area.

• Experience working in a commercial construction or building maintenance setting.
• Familiarity with building maintenance best practices and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail when measuring, cutting, and installing materials.
• Good communication skills to coordinate tasks and report maintenance issues.
• Reliability and punctuality for a consistent Monday through Friday schedule.

You will join a family-owned company that values reliability, teamwork, and long-term working relationships. The organization offers steady full-time hours, a consistent daytime schedule, and the opportunity to develop a broad range of hands-on maintenance and construction skills. You will work in an environment where your contributions directly improve the safety and appearance of the properties you support, and where practical experience is appreciated and recognized.

Work Environment

This position is based in a construction and maintenance environment, working on occupied and unoccupied buildings across multiple property locations. You will work a full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., totaling 40 hours per week. The role involves both indoor and outdoor work, exposure to varying weather conditions, and regular use of hand tools and power tools. Tasks may include working on ladders, around concrete and roofing materials, and in areas with dust and debris. Appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment are required to ensure safety while performing maintenance and construction activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Providence, RI.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 East Providence,RI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.