Structural Framer

Manatal; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manatal is seeking an experienced Structural Framer / Finish Carpenter to support aerospace/defense programs. This hands-on role builds, modifies, and maintains structural and interior components within manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, and office environments.

You will read drawings, frame, finish carpentry, drywall, and coordinate with teams. Must lift 50 lbs, work in varying weather, and bring 4–5 years of framing experience; metal stud framing preferred.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret construction drawings and job specifications.
• Finish carpentry and drywall installation/repair to professional standards.
• Demonstrated metal stud framing experience preferred but wood framing accepted with finish carpentry skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and job specifications independently.
• Perform metal stud framing (preferred) or wood framing to plan and specification.
• Complete finish carpentry and drywall installation and repair to a clean, professional standard.
• Coordinate with carpentry, drywall, electrical, and production teams to sequence work and avoid delays.
• Follow building codes, safety regulations, quality standards, and facility security requirements.
• Lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs safely across the job site.
• Work safely and efficiently in hot and cold weather conditions.
• Maintain dependable attendance and work overtime, including select weekends, as needed.

Skills

Read construction drawings

Finish carpentry

Drywall installation

Metal stud framing

Job description

We are hiring an experienced Structural Framer / Finish Carpenter to support a technology systems company serving aerospace and government defense programs. This hands-on role builds, modifies, and maintains structural and interior components within manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, and office environments. The ideal candidate can take a set of drawings and a deadline and deliver clean, code-correct work with minimal oversight. Metal stud framing experience is strongly preferred, but seasoned wood framers with strong finish carpentry and drywall skills will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform metal stud framing (preferred) or wood framing to plan and specification, ensuring square, plumb, and code-correct structures
• Complete finish carpentry and drywall installation and repair to a clean, professional standard
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and job specifications independently
• Flag drawing discrepancies before they cause downstream issues
• Coordinate with carpentry, drywall, electrical, and production teams to sequence work and avoid delays
• Follow building codes, safety regulations, quality standards, and facility security requirements
• Lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs safely across the job site
• Work safely and efficiently in hot and cold weather conditions
• Assist with other job-related tasks as production needs shift
• Maintain dependable attendance and work overtime, including select weekends, as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4–5 years of professional framing experience
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or government contractor facilities
• Demonstrated finish carpentry and drywall installation and repair skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and job specifications
• Must provide own hand tools (all major tools and equipment are provided)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial metal stud framing experience
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience working in secure or controlled-access facilities

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate of $22 - $25/hr based on experience
• Overtime opportunities available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Major tools and equipment provided