Lead Commercial Carpenter

Aerotek; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Employee assistance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Commercial Carpenter to join a landmark research laboratory project on-site in College Park, MD. This contract-to-hire role focuses on framing, drywall, and finish carpentry, with leadership opportunities on a high-profile build.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of commercial/residential carpentry experience, strong drywall finishing skills, and ability to read drawings. Competitive hourly pay and strong future project prospects within Aerotek.

Qualifications

• 2+ years carpentry in commercial or residential construction
• Experience with drywall installation and finishing
• Proficiency in metal stud framing
• Skilled in finish carpentry and interior finishing
• Ability to read construction drawings
• Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial carpentry and interior construction on-site
• Oversee metal stud framing, drywall installation and finishing
• Complete finish carpentry—trim, doors, cabinetry, fixtures
• Coordinate daily activities with project teams and subcontractors
• Ensure on-schedule progress with high-quality standards
• Identify and resolve on-site challenges efficiently
• Enforce safety procedures and building regulations
• Maintain a professional, clean, organized workspace

Skills

Lead on-site

Drywall installation

Metal stud framing

Finish carpentry

Read construction drawings

Attention to detail

Job description

Commercial Carpenter- Hiring Now

Build Your Future on a Landmark Commercial Project

Join a respected commercial construction team delivering a major research laboratory project. We're seeking an experienced Commercial Carpenter who takes pride in quality craftsmanship, leads by example, and thrives in a fast-paced construction environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile project, expand your commercial construction experience, and position yourself for long-term career growth with a company that has a strong pipeline of future work.

What You'll Do

• Lead commercial carpentry and interior construction activities on-site

• Perform and oversee metal stud framing, drywall installation, and finishing

• Complete finish carpentry work including trim, doors, cabinetry, and fixtures

• Coordinate daily activities with project teams, subcontractors, and other trades

• Ensure projects remain on schedule while maintaining high-quality standards

• Identify and resolve job-site challenges efficiently

• Enforce safety procedures and compliance with building regulations

• Maintain a professional, clean, and organised work environment

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of carpentry experience in commercial or residential construction

• Strong experience with drywall installation and finishing

• Proficiency in metal stud framing

• Skilled in finish carpentry and interior finishing work

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial renovation or tenant improvement experience

• Previous leadership or crew lead experience

• Experience working alongside multiple trades on active construction sites

Why Join Us?

• Work on a prestigious research laboratory construction project

• Opportunity for permanent employment after contract completion

• Long-term project stability with significant future work opportunities

• Hands-on training and career advancement potential

• Collaborative team environment focused on professional development

• Gain valuable experience on complex commercial construction projects

Ideal Candidate

You are a hands-on carpenter who enjoys taking ownership of your work, solving problems in the field, and delivering high-quality results. You have experience with framing, drywall, and finish carpentry and are ready to take the next step in your commercial construction career.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of College Park, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/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 College Park,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.