Carpenter (Days) GP

Job Description

Job Description

Carpenter

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Job Description

This role focuses on hands-on carpentry and general labor in a busy, custom-engineered electrical equipment facility. You build custom-sized pallets, prepare shipments, and support general assembly tasks across the shop using hand tools and power tools. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, can thrive in hot environments, and wants opportunities to grow into leadership in a fast-expanding company.

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Responsibilities

• Build custom-sized pallets according to provided instructions, including measuring, cutting wood with saws, and nailing boards together.
• Prepare outgoing shipments by palletizing orders and shrink wrapping products to ensure safe transport.
• Perform general labor and general assembly tasks around the shop as needed to support production.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently to complete carpentry, assembly, and installation tasks.
• Read and interpret measurements accurately using a tape measure when cutting and assembling materials.
• Assist with industrial construction-related work such as framing, finish carpentry, and basic mechanical tasks when required.
• Follow schematic, blueprint, and bill of materials guidance for assembly and installation work when applicable.
• Support troubleshooting and installation activities related to custom-engineered electrical gear, under guidance from supervisors or experienced team members.
• Work extended hours, typically 11-hour days, 56 days per week, contributing to a fast-paced production schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to all shop safety rules and wearing required protective equipment.

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Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of manual labor experience in roles such as construction, industrial work, roofing, landscaping, concrete, road work, or similar physically demanding environments.
• Proficiency in measuring and cutting wood accurately, including experience with framing or general carpentry.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure confidently for precise measurements.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools and power tools in a construction, industrial, or carpentry setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work in extremely hot, non-climate-controlled environments.
• Willingness and ability to work long hours, including 11-hour shifts and 5060 hours per week on a regular basis.
• Experience with general labor, construction labor, or industrial assembly work.
• Basic understanding of carpentry disciplines such as framing, finish carpentry, and general carpentry work.
• Capability to follow instructions and work from basic schematics, blueprints, and bills of materials when needed.
• Strong initiative and reliability, including the ability to work every day of the week as required by production demands.

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Why Work Here?

You join a rapidly expanding organization experiencing explosive growth, where motivated individuals can move into leadership roles quickly. The culture emphasizes taking care of employees through regular catered meals, community events on weekends, and ongoing community outreach. The environment is family-oriented and supportive, including opportunities for second-chance employment. As the company continues to grow at a fast pace, you benefit from stability, advancement potential, and a strong sense of belonging.

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Work Environment

The role is based in a medium-sized, very clean and organized production shop that is one of several facilities in the area. The shop is non-climate-controlled with open bay doors and multiple fans, creating a hot but well-ventilated environment. It is a fast-paced, busy production setting with around 25 people per shift, including machine operators, fabricators, quality control personnel, material handlers, painters, and other shop staff. Day shift typically runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with employees commonly working 11-hour days, 56 days per week, and 5060 hours per week. Night shift operations follow a similar schedule and may offer future opportunities. The dress code includes steel-toe shoes, jeans, a work shirt, and safety glasses, reflecting the industrial nature of the work and the emphasis on safety.

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

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $18.00/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 South Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.