Job Description

Job Title: Carpenter

Job Description

We are seeking a versatile carpenter to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will report to the office daily, receive project assignments, gather necessary tools and materials, and travel with a team to various job sites to carry out carpentry work. This role involves diverse tasks with a focus on installing windows and doors, trimming, installing hardware, framing, deck work, cabinet installation, and remodels. No driving of company vehicles is required as you will travel with a crew.

Responsibilities

• Install windows and doors, which comprise the majority of daily tasks.
• Trim out windows and doors and install hardware.
• Frame rooms and perform some deck work.
• Install cabinets and perform remodel/tenant improvement work.
• Ensure job site cleanliness and proper packing up of materials post-completion.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in reading and using a tape measurer.
• Ability to measure and cut materials accurately.
• Experience in trimming out windows and hanging doors.
• 2+ years of general carpentry experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Finish carpentry, millwork, drywall, and cabinetry skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Valid driver's license is strongly preferred
• High level of professionalism on job sites.

Why Work Here?

Join a small, supportive team that offers training and growth opportunities. Enjoy performance-based annual raises and the chance to advance to a team lead role with additional responsibilities and pay. Benefit from employee discounts on materials for personal projects and excellent benefits including a 401K match and affordable health, vision, and dental plans.

Work Environment

The team operates from two offices and consists of around 100 individuals, including inventory, office personnel, runners, framers, installers, and management. You will report to the South office and join a carpentry team of 8, tackling 2-3 sites daily. Projects vary in duration, from a single day to a month, depending on client needs. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm, with occasional Saturdays. During busy periods, hours may extend from 6:00am to 5:00pm. Dress code includes jeans, t-shirts, and provided high visibility gear, with tennis shoes or boots acceptable.

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

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Grimes,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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