Carpenter

Aerotek; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Carpenter for an on-site role based in Topeka, KS. The position covers trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related tasks with hands-on duties and potential small crew leadership. Safety and craftsmanship are prioritized.

The role emphasizes precise installation of base and casing trim, interior doors, cabinetry, windows, and hardware, with a contract-to-hire path. This is a fully onsite opportunity in Topeka, KS.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, including commercial environments.
• Rough carpentry, finish carpentry, and trim work.
• Experience with drywall installation and related tasks.
• Experience with door installation and general installation work.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on carpentry work on trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related tasks.
• Lead 1–2 laborers on basic activities and provide direction as needed.
• Install base trim, casing trim, interior doors, and cabinetry with precision.
• Install windows, hold-downs, stair stringers, and related framing components.
• Use ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms safely to work at heights.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Trim carpentry

Framing

Door installation

Tool proficiency

Read tape measure

Safety on site

Teamwork

Tools

Trim nail gun

Miter saw

Jig saw

Belt sander

Orbital sander

Hammer drill

Router

Framing nail gun

Job description

Job Title: Carpenter

Job Description

This role performs hands-on carpentry work across trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related construction activities. The carpenter actively contributes on-site with tools in hand, supports basic leadership of small crews when needed, and helps ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on carpentry work with tool bags on, demonstrating competence in trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related tasks.

• Actively engage in daily work activities to complete the assigned scope of work on schedule and to quality standards.

• Troubleshoot installation problems as they arise and resolve issues promptly to keep work progressing.

• Periodically lead 1 or 2 laborers in basic work activities, providing direction and support as needed.

• Install base trim and casing trim with precision and attention to detail.

• Install interior doors, including pre-hung doors, bi-fold doors, and bypass doors.

• Install hardware such as hinges, handles, and other trim-related fixtures.

• Lay out and install cabinetry according to specifications and measurements.

• Install windows proficiently, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and sealing.

• Locate and install hold downs accurately as part of framing work.

• Lay out and install stair stringers and landings in accordance with plans and building requirements.

• Use ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms safely to perform work at heights.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated competence in carpentry, including trim, framing, siding, roofing, and related construction tasks.

• Ability to proficiently use trim carpentry tools, including trim nail gun, miter saw, jig saw, belt sander, orbital sander, hammer drill, and router.

• Ability to proficiently use framing tools, including framing nail gun, worm-drive saw, reciprocating saw (Sawzall), and hammer drill.

• Proficiency in installing base trim and casing trim.

• Proficiency in installing interior doors, including pre-hung, bi-fold, and bypass doors.

• Ability to lay out and install cabinetry accurately.

• Proficiency in installing hardware such as door and cabinet hardware.

• Ability to install windows proficiently.

• Ability to locate and install hold downs correctly.

• Ability to lay out and install stair stringers and landings.

• Ability to climb extension and step ladders safely.

• Ability to work from heights such as scaffolding, forklifts equipped with baskets, and multi-story buildings.

• Ability to perform basic construction, demolition, and cleanup activities under guidance.

• Ability to use hand tools such as hammer, cats paw, pry bar, speed square, utility knife, and chalk line.

• Ability to read a tape measure to the nearest inch, half inch, quarter inch, and one-eighth inch, and to one-sixteenth- and thirty-second-inch marks for trim work.

• Capability to troubleshoot installation issues and resolve them efficiently.

• Willingness to follow directions and work as part of a team.

• Ability to work safely and consistently apply safety practices on site.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction, including commercial construction environments.

• Experience in rough carpentry, finish carpentry, and trim work.

• Experience with drywall installation and related tasks.

• Experience with door installation and general installation work.

• Familiarity with metal stud framing.

• Comfort performing general labor tasks on construction sites.

• Attention to detail and craftsmanship in cabinetry and finish work.

• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting project expectations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Topeka, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Topeka, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Topeka,KS.

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.