Carpenter - Start This Week

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Carpenter - Start This Week

Job Description

This role focuses on high-end finish carpentry and cabinet installation for new luxury apartment construction throughout the greater Milwaukee area. You will install trim, doors, windows, and cabinets, working from blueprints and plans to deliver precise, high-quality finishes in occupied and unoccupied commercial and residential environments. The position requires strong technical carpentry skills, attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently and as part of a construction crew.

Responsibilities

• Perform finish carpentry work on new high-end luxury apartment projects, including installing trim on walls, doors, windows, and cabinets.
• Hang interior doors and install cabinets with precise alignment, secure fastening, and clean finishing.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and building plans to determine layout, dimensions, and materials required.
• Measure, cut, and shape wood, metal, and other framing and finish materials accurately according to specifications.
• Perform rough carpentry tasks as needed, including framing for floors, walls, roofs, and staircases.
• Lay out and assemble framing and finish components in accordance with construction standards and project requirements.
• Use hand and power tools such as saws, hammers, drills, nail guns, and miter saws safely and effectively.
• Install hardware and related finish components, ensuring proper fit, function, and appearance.
• Work on commercial and residential construction sites, including restaurants, retail stores, and apartment complexes, sometimes during business hours.
• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance while working in occupied or customer-facing environments.
• Follow all building codes, safety regulations, and company safety procedures on every job site.
• Identify and troubleshoot construction challenges on-site, proposing practical solutions to maintain quality and schedule.
• Collaborate with crew members and supervisors, communicating progress, issues, and material needs clearly.
• Travel to various job sites across the greater Milwaukee area, using reliable transportation and adhering to schedule requirements.
• Maintain and use personal basic tools in good working condition to complete daily tasks efficiently.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of carpentry experience with a strong focus on finish carpentry.
• Rough carpentry experience in residential or commercial construction.
• Trim carpentry experience of at least 2 years.
• Finish carpentry experience of at least 2 years.
• Hardware installation experience of at least 2 years.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and building plans.
• Ability to measure, cut, and shape wood, metal, and other framing and finish materials accurately.
• Skilled use of hand and power tools, including saws, hammers, drills, nail guns, and miter saws.
• Knowledge of framing techniques for floors, walls, roofs, and staircases.
• Understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and construction standards.
• Strong mathematical skills for calculating dimensions, quantities, and angles.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities on construction sites.
• Physical strength and stamina to lift materials, climb, and work in various site conditions.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills for coordinating with crew members and supervisors.
• Very strong safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ownership of basic carpentry tools suitable for finish and rough carpentry work.
• Reliable transportation to travel to job sites throughout the greater Milwaukee area.
• Professional and presentable demeanor suitable for working in active business environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience installing cabinets or hanging interior doors in residential or commercial settings.
• Experience working with crown molding and other detailed trim profiles.
• Experience in commercial construction, including restaurants and retail stores.
• Familiar in constructing apartment complexes or multifamily housing projects.
• Comfort working on long-term job sites, typically 6–9 months in duration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values camaraderie, recognition, and shared experiences beyond the job site. The organization offers opportunities to travel to different projects, participate in company events such as holiday celebrations and group outings, and build long-term assignments that provide stability and continuity. You benefit from a culture that emphasizes safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship while offering chances to grow your skills on large, high-profile construction projects.

Work Environment

You work primarily on new apartment construction projects, including a 140-unit building in downtown Milwaukee and an additional 80-unit building to follow, as well as other sites across the greater Milwaukee area. The focus is on building apartment complexes from the ground up, with an emphasis on high-end finishes and detailed carpentry work. You spend most of your time on active construction sites, using a range of hand and power tools and working both indoors and outdoors depending on project phase. Assignments often run 6–9 months at a single job site, providing a consistent environment and workflow. You must maintain a presentable appearance, as some work occurs in or near operating businesses during business hours. The role involves regular travel between job sites, with mileage considerations for longer commutes, and requires adherence to strict safety practices in a fast-paced, professional construction setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $35.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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.

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.

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.