Construction Technician

Aerotek; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off (PTO/Sick/Vacation)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Construction Technician to support residential and commercial construction projects. You will help set up and break down job sites, assist with scaffolding, and perform carpentry, concrete, and masonry tasks under site leadership in the DC/Maryland region.

Responsibilities include measuring and cutting materials, moving supplies around the site, and ensuring safety protocols are followed on every shift. This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role based in Fort Meade, MD.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of scaffold work, carpentry, or form carpentry experience.
• Hands-on experience in residential or commercial construction.
• Ability to safely build and erect scaffolding.
• Ability to measure and cut materials accurately.
• Experience with concrete and masonry on construction projects.
• Willingness to commute to different job sites daily.
• Comfort working on sites with strict safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Set up construction job sites daily with materials, tools, and equipment.
• Break down job sites at project end, safely storing materials and tools.
• Assist in building and erecting scaffolding according to safety standards.
• Move and carry construction materials to support ongoing work.
• Measure and cut materials based on project plans.
• Support carpentry, form carpentry, concrete, and masonry tasks as directed.
• Follow all safety procedures on active construction sites.
• Adapt to different job sites and commute to various locations.

Skills

Scaffold work

Carpentry

Form carpentry

Concrete

Masonry

Material handling

Measuring & cutting

Safety awareness

Commute to sites

Job description

Job Title: Construction Technician

This role focuses on supporting construction projects by setting up and breaking down job sites, assisting with scaffolding, and performing a variety of carpentry, concrete, and masonry tasks. You will work on both residential and commercial projects, contributing to safe and efficient site operations while developing your skills in scaffolding and general construction.

Responsibilities

• Set up construction job sites each day, ensuring all materials, tools, and equipment are organized and ready for use.
• Break down job sites at the end of projects or shifts, safely removing and storing materials, tools, and equipment.
• Assist in building and erecting scaffolding in accordance with safety standards and project specifications.
• Move and carry construction materials around the job site to support ongoing work and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Measure and cut materials accurately based on project plans and instructions.
• Support carpentry, form carpentry, concrete, and masonry tasks as directed by site leadership.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working on active construction sites.
• Adapt to working on different job sites day to day and maintain reliability in commuting to various locations.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in scaffold work, carpentry, or form carpentry.
• Hands-on experience in residential or commercial construction environments.
• Ability to assist with building and erecting scaffolding safely.
• Ability to measure and cut materials accurately.
• Experience working with concrete and masonry on construction projects.
• Capability to move and carry construction materials throughout the job site.
• Willingness to commute to different job sites on a daily basis.
• Comfort working on secure, restricted projects that require adherence to specific site rules and protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any additional concrete experience is a plus.
• Any additional masonry experience is a plus,in both residential and commercial construction is beneficial.
• Interest in learning and expanding skills in scaffolding and general construction.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers long‑term stability with a focus on professional growth and skill development. You will receive coaching and training in scaffolding, benefit from a strong benefits package, and work in an environment that values promoting from within. The culture emphasizes learning, advancement, and supporting employees as they build their careers in construction.

Work Environment

You will work on active construction sites across the DC/Maryland region (including areas such as Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Harford County, and Baltimore City) or across DC/Northern Virginia. The role requires flexibility and comfort with commuting to different job sites every day. Work is performed outdoors and indoors depending on the project, with typical construction site conditions that involve physical activity, handling materials, and working around scaffolding, concrete, and masonry. Dress will follow standard construction site expectations, including appropriate workwear and safety gear as required by each site.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Meade, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 & 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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Meade,MD.

Application Deadline

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

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.