Lead Carpenter @ Aerotek

Lead Carpenter - Grand Rapids, MI

• Competitive Pay and Benefits • Company Vehicle & Gas Card • Local Projects Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Carpenter to add to our growing team in West Michigan. This Lead Carpenter role oversees a crew of 3–4 team members and performs a wide range of carpentry tasks for both residential and commercial projects. The position focuses on rough and finish carpentry, including roofing, framing, drywall installation, trim work, and cabinet installation, while ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and efficient project execution.Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of 3–4 carpenters on residential and commercial construction and restoration projects. • Perform rough carpentry tasks, including framing stud walls and roughing in roofing structures. • Install and hang drywall in accordance with project specifications and building standards. • Execute finish carpentry work, including trim carpentry, detailed woodwork, and final fit and finish. • Install cabinets and related fixtures with precision, ensuring proper alignment and secure mounting. • Interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan and complete carpentry tasks accurately. • Use hand tools, power tools, and tape measures safely and effectively to complete daily tasks. Essential Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in carpentry, including both rough and finish work. • Experience in residential and commercial environments. • Exposure to restoration work involving fire, water, storm, and other damage-related repairs. • Strong finish carpentry skills, with the ability to deliver high-quality trim and detailed woodwork. • Hands-on experience with framing, including stud wall construction and structural layout. • Proficiency in rough carpentry tasks such as roofing and structural framing. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings. • Skilled in hanging drywall and preparing surfaces for finishing. • Competence in using a wide range of hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently. • Accurate measurement skills using tape measures and other measuring tools. • Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate a small crew on active job sites. • Capability to travel up to an hour to various job locations as needed. Why Work Here?Employees enjoy access to a company vehicle for work-related travel, supporting convenience and efficiency on the job. The organization offers a diverse mix of residential, commercial, and restoration projects, providing ongoing opportunities to develop skills and take on varied, challenging work. Team members can build their expertise in both rough and finish carpentry while contributing to meaningful restoration efforts for damaged properties.Work EnvironmentThe work environment centers on construction and restoration projects for both residential and commercial properties, with a focus on repairing fire, water, storm, and other damage. Job sites vary and may require travel of up to an hour from the main location. Work is performed in active construction and restoration settings, using a full range of hand tools and power tools, and following safety practices appropriate to each site. The role involves working both indoors and outdoors, depending on project needs, and collaborating closely with a small crew and other trades to complete projects efficiently and safely. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Walker, MI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Walker,MI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.