Carpenter

Carpenter – Window Installation

Location: Grimes, Iowa

-Position Overview

This role involves installing windows and doors, performing general carpentry work, and supporting residential and multifamily construction projects throughout Central Iowa area. Technicians begin each day at the shop, load tools and materials with their crew, travel together to job sites, complete installation tasks, and return to the shop at the end of the day. The position offers hands‑on work, steady project flow, and on‑the‑job training for candidates with strong measuring and basic carpentry skills.

-Key Responsibilities

• Meet at the shop each morning for project assignments and crew coordination

• Load tools, equipment, and materials for daily job sites

• Install windows and doors as the primary daily task

• Trim out windows and doors with high‑quality finish work

• Install door and window hardware

• Perform framing for rooms and structural components

• Assist with deck construction and general carpentry tasks

• Install cabinets and complete finish carpentry

• Support remodel and tenant‑improvement projects, including demolition and framing

• Read and interpret basic blueprints or drawings

-Essential Skills

• Hands‑on carpentry experience

• Proficiency in window and door installation

• Ability to trim, hang doors, and install hardware

• Strong measuring skills with precise tape‑measure use

• Experience with framing, remodeling, and general carpentry

• Valid driver’s license strongly preferred

-Why This Role Appeals

• Small, supportive team focused on training and long‑term development

• Annual performance evaluations with opportunities for raises

• Clear path to team‑lead roles for motivated employees

• Strong benefits package including 401(k) with company match and low‑cost health, vision, and dental options

• Employee discounts on materials for personal projects

-Work Environment

• Field‑based, hands‑on carpentry environment with steady project flow

• Crews typically work 2–3 job sites per day, with some longer‑term projects

• Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (occasional Saturdays)

• Busy season may shift hours to 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Practical dress code: jeans, T‑shirt, and optional cargo shorts in summer

• Company provides high‑visibility gear, safety glasses, and hard hat

• Tennis shoes or boots acceptable; steel‑toed footwear not required

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grimes, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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 Grimes,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 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.