Finish Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Finish Carpenter

Job Description

This role focuses on commercial finish carpentry, including the installation of cabinets, doors and door hardware, FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic), vinyl wall protection, wood blocking, and plywood sheathing across multiple active job sites. You will contribute to office remodels, apartment projects, and nursing facility work in the Columbus and Central Ohio area, delivering high-quality finishes that meet commercial construction standards. Dependent on experience, paying up to $40/hr.

Responsibilities

• Install cabinets and cabinetry components in commercial spaces, ensuring accurate layout, secure fastening, and a clean finished appearance.
• Install doors and door hardware, including frames, hinges, locks, and related accessories, following specifications and manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform finish carpentry tasks such as trim work, casing, baseboards, and other detailed wood finishes to meet design and quality expectations.
• Install FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) panels and vinyl wall protection systems, ensuring proper alignment, adhesion, and durability.
• Install wood blocking and plywood sheathing to support fixtures, cabinetry, hardware, and other building components.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and measurements to complete work accurately and efficiently.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools such as tape measures safely and effectively to perform carpentry tasks.
• Work on multiple commercial construction projects, including office remodels, apartments, and nursing home facilities in Sunbury, Westerville, and Downtown Columbus.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and project teams to plan daily tasks, sequence work, and meet project schedules.
• Perform rough carpentry and framing tasks as needed, including working with metal studs and general construction activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following job site safety procedures and company policies.
• Support general labor tasks related to construction, including material handling, site preparation, and basic installations as required.

Essential Skills

• Commercial construction experience, particularly on office, apartment, and nursing facility projects.
• At least 5 years of carpentry experience in a construction environment.
• At least 3 years of experience in finish carpentry, including trim, cabinetry, and detailed finish work.
• Proficiency in installing doors, frames, and door hardware in commercial settings.
• Skilled in finish carpentry, including trim work, cabinet installation, and cabinet blocking.
• Ability to perform rough carpentry and framing, including working with metal studs and new construction.
• Strong construction measurement skills, including accurate use of a tape measure and layout tools.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for carpentry tasks.
• Knowledge of installing FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) and vinyl wall protection systems.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a construction crew on active job sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on a variety of commercial environments such as offices, residential apartments, and nursing facilities.
• Experience in general labor tasks related to construction, including material handling and site preparation.
• Familiarity with cabinet building and hardware installation.
• Comfort working on multiple job sites within the Columbus and Central Ohio area.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with project teams and supervisors.
• Reliability and punctuality to meet early morning start times and project deadlines.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, well-established construction organization that offers long-term opportunities and consistent work across diverse commercial projects. The company values reliability, craftsmanship, and professional growth, providing a clear path from contract to permanent employment. Once you transition to a permanent role, you can receive access to a company truck, supporting your work in the field and enhancing your day-to-day convenience. You work regular daytime hours with predictable schedules, supporting a healthy work-life balance while building your career in commercial carpentry.

Work Environment

You work on active commercial construction sites in Columbus and the broader Central Ohio region, including locations in Sunbury, Westerville, and Downtown Columbus. Projects include office remodels, apartment developments, and nursing home facilities, offering a mix of occupied and unoccupied environments. The schedule typically runs Monday through Friday on 8-hour shifts, with a standard start time of 6:30 a.m. and end time around 3:30 p.m., with overtime required only occasionally for specific jobs. You perform your work in typical construction conditions, which may include noise, dust, varying temperatures, and the need to navigate unfinished structures. You regularly use standard construction tools such as hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment, and you follow job site safety protocols and personal protective equipment requirements appropriate for commercial construction.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.