Job Description

Trim Carpenter (Jack of All Trades)

Job Description

This role focuses primarily on trim carpentry while requiring a versatile professional who can perform a wide range of construction tasks from initial conceptual development through project completion. You will work on commercial new builds, contributing to formwork, rough and finish carpentry, selective demolition, and general construction activities. The position requires strong technical skills, the ability to read and interpret plans and blueprints, safe operation of hand and power tools, and strict adherence to company policies and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform trim, rough, and finish carpentry on commercial construction projects.
• Execute formwork and rough carpentry, ensuring structures meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Install doors and hardware, cabinets, backing, ceiling grid and tile, and complete drywall work including installation and finishing.
• Lay brick and block, tie rebar, dig footings, and assist with finish concrete work and setting forms.
• Perform minor plumbing and electrical tasks as required to support overall project completion.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, technical plans, blueprints, and models to guide daily work.
• Use mathematics for layout, shoot grades and elevations, and perform accurate layout using sight levels or transits.
• Operate and maintain construction equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Assist equipment operators, carpenters, and other skilled laborers as needed to keep projects on schedule.
• Prepare construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards to create a safe and efficient work area.
• Handle loading, unloading, and movement of materials and equipment on site.
• Assemble and dismantle temporary structures such as scaffolding in accordance with safety standards.
• Excavate, fill, and compact earth as needed for foundations, utilities, and other site work.
• Support craft workers and participate in general labor tasks to ensure smooth project execution.
• Participate in on-the-job training and apply new skills and techniques as learned.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other trades to coordinate work and resolve issues.
• Travel to various job sites, primarily in Lincoln and surrounding areas, as project needs require.
• Consistently follow company policies and OSHA safety guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven carpentry skills with the ability to perform both framing and finish work competently.
• Demonstrated ability to install doors, hardware, cabinets, backing, and ceiling grid and tile.
• Experience with finish concrete work, including setting forms and tying rebar.
• Ability to perform drywall work, including installation and finishing.
• Capability to lay brick and block and dig footings as part of commercial construction projects.
• Skill in using sight levels or transits to shoot grades and elevations accurately.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, shop drawings, and blueprints.
• Ability to perform accurate layout using mathematics and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proficiency with hand tools and power tools, including safe operation and basic maintenance.
• Experience with selective demolition and general construction labor tasks.
• Understanding of construction design, technical plans, and models.
• Proficiency in English to communicate effectively and understand instructions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to set goals and manage tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with team members and other trades.
• Ability and willingness to travel to job sites as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on commercial new build projects.
• Familiarity with pre-engineered metal structures and willingness to assist with related tasks.
• Ability to support craft workers across multiple trades and adapt to changing project needs.
• Comfort working as a jack of all trades rather than in a narrowly specialized role.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job training and continuously develop skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail in layout and measurement.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic in a fast-paced construction environment

Work Environment

This role is based primarily on commercial new build construction sites, with a focus on trim, rough, and finish carpentry as well as work on pre-engineered metal structures. You will work with a variety of hand and power tools, construction equipment, and temporary structures such as scaffolding. The position requires regular travel to job sites, primarily in Lincoln but also in surrounding areas, depending on project needs. The environment is hands-on and field-based, with outdoor and indoor work conditions typical of commercial construction projects. Safety is a core priority, and all work follows OSHA guidelines and company safety policies.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Lincoln,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

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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