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Job Title: Framing Carpenter

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled framing carpenter to join our construction team. The role involves building and installing wood and metal-stud framing for various structural components such as walls, floors, roofs, and partitions. The ideal candidate will have the ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications while ensuring quality control in all aspects of the framing process.

Responsibilities

• Build and install wood and metal-stud framing for walls, floors, roofs, and partitions.
• Read and follow construction drawings, specifications, and layout marks accurately.
• Perform precise measurements and layout work using levels, lasers, and squares.
• Install wall, roof, and floor sheathing according to project requirements.
• Frame rough openings for doors and windows, ensuring proper structural support.
• Adhere to safety standards, including fall protection, tool safety, and housekeeping.
• Collaborate with superintendents, foremen, and other trades to maintain workflow and productivity.
• Safely operate carpentry tools such as saws, nail guns, and drills.
• Ensure all framing is plumb, level, square, and built to specifications.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in structural framing and carpentry.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
• Experience with sheathing installation.
• Knowledge of safety compliance standards.
• Capability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Skillful in operating hand and power tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities to work outdoors in the Topeka area. Our team is open to entry-level carpenters and provides optional travel opportunities. You will benefit from a balanced work schedule of 40 hours per week with the possibility of additional hours.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily outdoors in the Topeka area. The position operates from Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm, with a weekly commitment of 40-50 hours. The role involves working on various construction projects with a focus on safety and collaboration.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atchison,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 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.

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.