Carpenter

Aerotek; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Vacation or PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Carpenter Laborer for the Schenectady, NY area. The role is fully onsite with hours 7AM-3:30PM and a pay rate of $22/hour.

The position is contract-to-hire based out of Schenectady, NY, with benefits and weekly pay provided by Aerotek. Responsibilities include building crates, reading blueprints, measuring, cutting, and assembling wooden components using pneumatic nail guns and other tools.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of hands-on carpentry, woodworking, crate building, or related trade.
• Ability to measure, cut, and assemble wood components to specification.
• Experience operating pneumatic nail guns, saws, drills and other power tools in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to stand for most of the shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Build custom wooden crates and shipping containers per specifications.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to determine measurements and assembly steps.
• Accurately measure and mark lumber using tape measures and tools.
• Cut wood components to precise dimensions with saws and cutting equipment.
• Assemble crates using pneumatic nail guns, drills and other hand/power tools.
• Inspect finished crates for quality and compliance before shipping.
• Move lumber and crates, lifting up to 50 lbs, with safe handling.

Skills

Carpentry

Measurement

Power tools

Manual labor

Tools

Pneumatic nail guns

Saws

Drills

Tape measure

Job description

Job Title: Carpenter Laborer

Location: Schenectady, NY

Pay: $22/hour

Hours: 7AM-3:30PM

Responsibilities

• Build custom wooden crates and shipping containers according to detailed specifications and production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work instructions to determine measurements, materials, and assembly steps.
• Accurately measure and mark lumber and other materials using a tape measure and related tools.
• Cut wood components to precise dimensions using saws and other cutting equipment.
• Assemble crates and wooden structures using pneumatic nail guns, drills, and other hand and power tools.
• Inspect finished crates for quality, structural integrity, and compliance with specifications before shipping.
• Handle and move lumber, crate materials, and finished products, including lifting items up to 50 lbs. throughout the shift.
• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, or overhead cranes to safely move materials and completed crates, when qualified to do so.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in carpentry, woodworking, cabinetry, crate building, or a closely related trade.
• Strong ability to accurately measure, cut, and assemble wood components to specification.
• Experience safely operating pneumatic nail guns, saws, drills, and other power tools in a production, manufacturing, construction, or woodworking environment.
• Proficiency using a tape measure and other basic measuring tools for precise layout and marking.
• Ability to stand for the majority of the shift and frequently lift materials up to 50 lbs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schenectady, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schenectady, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY.

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.