Carpenter Helper

Job Title: Carpenter Helper

Job Description

We are seeking entry level and skilled carpenter to join our team. This job will revolve around framing carpentry and prefabricated wall panel installation. You will need your own hand tools and OSHA 10. This job will pay $18 - $23 depending on skill level. Our job sites are in Worcester, MA and Newton, MA and a reliable car is required to get to multiple job sites a week.

Responsibilities

• Perform wood framing for commercial projects, including cutting and nailing wood.

• Construct stairs and rafters, and work with pre-fabricated wall panels and trusses.

• Handle multi-family framing and commercial wood framing tasks.

• Ensure reliability and strong work ethic in all aspects of the job.

Essential Skills

• Proven wood framing experience is highly desirable.

• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently when necessary.

• Willingness to learn and take on challenges.

• General construction knowledge and experience.

• Reliable transportation to job sites.

• Commercial construction experience.

• Ability to work as part of a team, including on bilingual teams depending on site locations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic hand tools are required: work boots, tool belt, chalk line, 25 FT tape measure, speed square, cat paw, and framing hammer.

• Experience in roofing and finish carpentry is beneficial.

Work Environment

The work environment involves large-scale commercial construction sites where safety equipment and basic hand tools are necessary. Workers may be required to work in varying weather conditions and must adhere to safety protocols. The dress code includes appropriate work boots and safety gear.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that values reliability and strong work ethic. Benefit from the opportunity to work on significant commercial projects and enhance your skills in a supportive environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newton, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newton,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.