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Carpenter - Immediate Start

  • Milwaukee, WI, United States

$22 to $39 USD / hour

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Pay
$22 to $39 USD / hour
Experience
35 years of commercial carpentry experience, including rough and finish carpentry, framing, and installation work.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Job Title: Carpenter - Immediate Start Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, and other items using a variety of materials, including wood, steel, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall. You will self-perform all aspects of carpentry work, including rough and finish carpentry, steel stud framing, cabinet installation, and general commercial construction tasks. Many projects involve commercial retail locations across Wisconsin and out of state, with new sites starting frequently and projects typically lasting around two months from start to finish.Responsibilities

  • Build, install, and repair structures, fixtures, and other items using wood, steel, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall.
  • Self-perform all aspects of carpentry, including rough carpentry, finish carpentry, steel stud framing, cabinetry, and hardware installation.
  • Interpret and work from blueprints and written or verbal instructions to complete construction tasks accurately.
  • Estimate height, width, length, and other proportions to ensure precise measurements and fit of materials.
  • Utilize hand and power tools such as chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to construct, repair, and erect structures.
  • Join materials using nails, screws, staples, or adhesives to create secure and durable assemblies.
  • Check work throughout the process to ensure it meets building codes, safety standards, and project specifications.
  • Use levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to confirm structures are level, plumb, and properly aligned.
  • Install cabinets, molding, hardware, and other finish carpentry elements with a high level of quality and detail.
  • Create and install structures and forms for pouring concrete as needed on commercial construction projects.
  • Install partitions, doors, and windows in accordance with project plans and specifications.
  • Travel to in-state and out-of-state job sites as needed, including overnight stays for multi-week projects.
  • Work effectively as part of a field team, typically ranging from 68 people and occasionally up to 1416 on larger sites.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times on the job site.
  • Maintain reliable attendance, a professional attitude, and a strong work ethic to support project schedules and team performance.

Essential Skills

  • 35 years of commercial carpentry experience, including rough and finish carpentry, framing, and installation work.
  • Proven ability to read and work from blueprints and supervisor instructions to complete commercial construction tasks.
  • Strong measurement skills, including the ability to accurately estimate height, width, length, and other proportions.
  • Hands-on experience working with wood, steel, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall in a commercial construction environment.
  • Proficiency using carpentry tools such as chisels, planes, saws, drills, sanders, and related equipment.
  • Ability to securely join materials with nails, screws, staples, and adhesives while maintaining structural integrity.
  • Knowledge of building codes and specifications, with the ability to verify that work meets required standards.
  • Experience using levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure structures are level and secure.
  • Skilled in installing cabinets, molding, hardware, partitions, doors, and windows in commercial settings.
  • Experience creating and installing concrete forms and related structures as part of commercial construction projects.
  • Familiar in commercial construction environments, including retail and similar facilities.
  • Reliable transportation to reach various job sites.
  • Ability and willingness to travel to projects as needed, including out-of-state and overnight travel.
  • Consistent, dependable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in commercial construction projects, including new builds and remodels.
  • Familiar in rough carpentry, finish carpentry, framing, cabinetry, and hardware installation.
  • Comfort working on multiple consecutive projects, with typical project durations of approximately two months.
  • Ability to validate work history and experience through professional references.
  • Strong communication skills to coordinate with supervisors and team members on active job sites.
  • Adaptability to different site start times and schedules while maintaining productivity.
  • Willingness to work overtime, including occasional 10-hour days, based on project needs.

Why Work Here?You join a company with a strong project pipeline and a solid workload projected through the coming year, offering stability and ongoing opportunities to grow your skills. You benefit from competitive compensation practices that reward experience, skill set, and drive, with additional earnings potential when traveling for projects. The benefits package includes health insurance, pension, paid vacation, and profit sharing, supporting both your financial well-being and long-term security. The culture emphasizes teamwork on well-staffed job sites, professional conduct, and opportunities for those who are willing to travel and take on challenging commercial projects.Work EnvironmentYou work primarily on commercial construction job sites, including retail and similar facilities, both within Wisconsin and in other states. The role involves working in all weather conditions, so you should be comfortable performing outdoor and indoor tasks throughout the year. Typical hours are approximately 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime and occasional 10-hour days as project needs require. Each site may determine its exact start time, but these hours reflect the usual schedule. You generally work as part of a team of 68 carpenters and tradespeople, with larger projects sometimes involving 1416 team members. The dress code includes steel-toe boots and pants appropriate for construction work, and you are expected to wear required personal protective equipment such as a hard hat and safety gear. Travel is a regular part of the role, including out-of-state and overnight stays, with lodging provided and project-based travel compensation to support time spent on the road. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $39.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

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.

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Skills

  • Drywall
  • Carpentry
  • Building codes
  • Surveying methods
  • Pour concrete
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Communication skills
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork

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