Carpenter Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Carpenter Apprentice Job Description

As a Carpenter Apprentice, you support skilled carpenters with a wide range of construction and carpentry tasks while learning the trade through hands-on experience. You assist with measuring, cutting, and assembling materials, installing basic structures, and maintaining a safe, organized job site. This role offers the opportunity to develop practical skills in framing, finish work, and tool use while contributing to high-quality projects and meeting project timelines.

• Assist skilled carpenters with daily construction and carpentry tasks on residential or commercial projects.
• Measure, cut, and assemble wood and other materials under supervision, following project specifications.
• Install basic structures such as framing, doors, trim, cabinetry, and fixtures with attention to detail and quality.
• Safely operate hand tools and power tools, ensuring proper use, care, and storage of equipment.
• Read and follow basic drawings, plans, or written and verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks.
• Learn and apply proper construction methods and carpentry techniques as guided by experienced team members.
• Perform finish carpentry tasks such as installing trim and caulking to achieve clean, professional results.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site, including regular debris removal and material organization.
• Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment as needed to support project progress.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines to reduce risk and promote a safe work environment.
• Support team members to meet project timelines and quality standards through reliable, consistent effort.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers, asking questions when needed and following instructions carefully.

• Basic knowledge of hand tools or a strong willingness to learn proper tool use.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and perform basic measurements and layout.
• Foundational understanding or interest in construction, carpentry, framing, and finish carpentry.
• Capability to safely operate hand tools and power tools under supervision.
• Ability to read and follow basic drawings, plans, or instructions.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to following directions and completing tasks safely and efficiently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform sustained physical labor throughout the workday.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation to and from job sites and a record of consistent attendance.
• Positive attitude, dependability, and eagerness to learn a skilled trade and grow in the role.

• Experience in construction, carpentry, framing, or finish carpentry is an asset but not required.
• Familiarity with using a tape measure, hand tools, and basic installation techniques such as caulking.
• Comfort working as part of a team, supporting more experienced carpenters and tradespeople.
• Willingness to take direction, accept feedback, and continuously improve skills.
• Interest in building a long-term career in the construction and carpentry field.

This opportunity offers hands-on training in a respected skilled trade, with experienced carpenters providing guidance and mentorship. You gain practical experience on real projects, develop valuable construction skills, and build a foundation for long-term career growth. The work environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, giving you the chance to learn, contribute, and advance while taking pride in tangible results at the end of each project.

The role is primarily field-based on active construction sites, working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. You regularly handle materials and equipment, perform physical labor including lifting up to 50 pounds, and spend much of the day on your feet. The environment involves the frequent use of hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices such as tape measures. Work is performed in a safety-focused setting that follows established procedures and OSHA guidelines, with an expectation of maintaining a clean, organized job site and wearing appropriate work attire suitable for construction activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 13, 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.