Contract Trailer Repair Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Carpenter/General Construction Worker

Job Description

This role focuses on performing carpentry repairs, general maintenance, and cleaning duties in a fast-paced shop and yard environment. You will work both independently and as part of a service team to refurbish trailers, maintain facilities, and support basic electrical, plumbing, and minor HVAC tasks while prioritizing safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Work safely at all times and actively participate in maintaining a strong safety culture, including attending regular safety meetings.
• Perform carpentry repairs on floors, walls, roofing, siding, windows, fixtures, and related structures as needed.
• Inspect basic electrical systems and wiring and assist with minor electrical tasks as required.
• Assist and train with the service team on refurbishment activities, including trailer servicing and repairs.
• Clean trailers thoroughly, including buffing floors, wiping down walls, counters, fixtures, and doors.
• Clean and maintain all windows, walls, ceilings, fixtures, and doors in the shop and trailers.
• Keep the shop and work areas clean and organized, including inside the building, the yard, lawn, and parking lot.
• Perform regular inventory checks, monitor supply levels, and place orders as needed to support operations.
• Operate and maintain a floor buffer and other cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to perform carpentry, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Support basic plumbing, minor HVAC, and welding tasks when needed, depending on skill level.
• Work independently with a strong sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Handle physical aspects of the job, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in varying weather conditions.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated carpentry knowledge and hands-on experience with carpentry repairs.
• Ability to work safely and maintain a strong safety-first mindset.
• Proficiency using a variety of hand and power tools, including basic carpentry tools.
• Ability to operate a floor buffer safely and effectively.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Some knowledge of computers for basic tasks such as inventory checks and documentation.
• Ownership of basic hand tools, including hammer, screwdrivers, wrench set, and tape measure.
• Background in Framing, carpentry, plumbing, repair, minor electrical work, and minor HVAC.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and detail in maintaining shop, trailers, and work areas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10-hour safety training or similar safety training experience is preferred.
• Experience with plumbing, including basic installation, service, and repairs.
• Experience with minor electrical work, including basic wiring inspections.
• Exposure to minor HVAC tasks and general mechanical repairs.
• Basic welding skills are a plus.
• Experience working with siding, roofing, windows, and exterior structures.
• Comfort working with labor-intensive tasks such as washing, cleaning, and general maintenance.
• Flexibility to adjust work hours, including early morning start times depending on seasonal needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a hands-on, safety-focused environment where your practical skills and initiative are valued. The role offers consistent daytime hours with some seasonal flexibility, allowing you to build experience across carpentry, basic electrical, plumbing, and minor HVAC work. You will work with supportive teammates, receive necessary safety gear, and gain exposure to a wide range of maintenance and refurbishment tasks, helping you grow your trade skills and broaden your expertise.

Work Environment

You will work both indoors in a shop and outdoors in a yard, as well as inside trailers. Conditions will vary with the weather, and some trailers may not have air conditioning, so you should be comfortable working in hot and cold environments. Standard hours are approximately 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with two 10-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch, and during summer months the schedule may shift to around 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., so some flexibility with hours is required. You will regularly use hand and power tools, floor buffers, and basic computer tools to support your work. The dress code includes steel-toe boots, work pants, and a t-shirt. The company provides safety glasses, gloves, and a safety vest (orange for the first 30 days), supporting a professional, safety-oriented work setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Perris, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Perris,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.