Handyman/Carpenter

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Job Title: Renovation Carpenter/Hanydman

Job Description

This role focuses on exterior work at a residential complex, including patching stucco, replacing damaged wood components, and performing light painting to restore and refurbish building exteriors and vacant apartments.

Responsibilities

• Patch and repair exterior stucco surfaces to restore a clean and uniform appearance.

• Remove and replace damaged or deteriorated wood on building exteriors and related structures.

• Perform light painting, including surface preparation and touch-ups, to complete exterior repairs.

• Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently for carpentry and stucco repair tasks.

• Measure, cut, and install wood materials accurately using tape measures and other measuring tools.

• Assist with rough carpentry tasks, including framing and structural repairs as needed.

• Support finish carpentry tasks such as cabinetry and trim work when required.

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including scraping, sanding, and cleaning as needed.

• Work in teams of two to refurbish and repair vacant apartments and exterior areas.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and follow all safety procedures.

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to complete assignments on schedule.

• Bring and maintain appropriate wood, stucco, and painting tools required for the job.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with stucco repair and patching on exterior surfaces.

• Carpentry skills, including rough carpentry and framing work.

• Ability to perform wood repairs and replacement on exterior structures.

• Proficiency with hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, chisels, and measuring tools.

• Proficiency with power tools commonly used in carpentry and stucco repair.

• Experience with wood and stucco repairs, including preparation and finishing.

• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately for cutting and fitting materials.

• Capability to perform light painting and paint preparation tasks.

• Reliability, strong work ethic, and willingness to follow instructions and safety guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in finish carpentry, including cabinetry and trim work, is a plus.

• Ownership of wood, stucco, and painting tools suitable for exterior repair work.

• Previous experience refurbishing apartments or residential units is beneficial.

• Willingness to learn new techniques and expand skills under guidance and training.

• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills, especially when working in small crews.

• Flexibility to assist with a variety of carpentry, stucco, and painting tasks as needed.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a clear path to conversion to a direct employee status, at which point a comprehensive benefits package becomes available. Team members have the opportunity to grow their skills through training and hands-on experience, while working in a supportive environment that values a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift role, with hours from Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work takes place on-site at a residential complex, primarily refurbishing vacant apartments and performing exterior repairs. You will work in teams of two, using a variety of hand and power tools for carpentry, stucco repair, and light painting. The environment involves active, hands-on work both indoors and outdoors, with an emphasis on safety, teamwork, and maintaining a professional appearance appropriate for a construction and refurbishment setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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 Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.