Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Carpenter Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Carpenter, where you will be tasked with performing general labor duties with a focus on carpentry. Our flexible work schedule allows you to start earlier or later within reason, ensuring a work-life balance while maintaining the highest quality of craftsmanship. Your role will encompass various responsibilities that contribute to the production of container projects and maintaining job site safety.

• Perform carpentry tasks with the highest quality of craftsmanship in the time allotted.
• Responsible for the production of container projects in accordance with the plans and specifications.
• Ensure jobsite safety, cleanliness, and security.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the production team, including welders and laborers.
• Stay informed of the entire project scope, including changes and schedule.
• Order construction materials and parts as needed.
• Problem solve independently without the direction of superiors.
• Maintain a positive attitude even through adversity.
• Remove rust from large shipping containers using hand-held grinders.
• Strip and remove decals from the outside of containers.
• Use a small hand-held saw to remove debris as needed.
• Wash out containers using a pressure washer.
• Remove floor boards and debris from containers.
• Prepare containers for painting and spot paint small areas as needed.
• Hammer dents using a hammer or sledge hammer.

• Proficiency in general labor and carpentry tasks.
• Experience in pressure washing and using power tools.
• Ability to use small hand-held tools such as hand saws and grinders.
• Leadership skills and the ability to lead carpentry projects.
• Experience in drywall, finish carpentry, and framing.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Leadership mentality and self-motivation.
• Capability to order materials proactively.
• Experience in minor painting and decal removal.
• Team mentality and willingness to learn and be trained.
• Experience in using a tape measure and installing sheet rock.

Our company offers a unique opportunity for learning and advancement with a flexible schedule allowing you to beat the heat. As a privately held, family-owned business, we uphold family values and provide opportunities for growth. Employees enjoy generous PTO starting at 20 days from day one, with increases based on tenure. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available, and we are in the process of setting up a 401K plan. We close on all major holidays and offer a half-day on pre-holidays like Christmas Eve and NYE. Employees are provided PPE, and you have the ability to expense items even as a contractor.

The work environment consists of an outdoor yard-type setting where you will work outside or inside containers. While a canopy or cover is provided, you may be exposed to elements at times. There is an area with AC and hydration stations to cool down. You will need steel-toed boots, which will be provided along with safety glasses and cut-resistant gloves. Working conditions may include wet and humid environments, proximity to moving mechanical parts, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles. The job site is near the airport, so planes may fly overhead, and loud noises are typical.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Memphis,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 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.