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Job Title: Lead Commercial Carpenter

$28-35

Location: Denver metro

Job Description

This role leads and performs commercial carpentry work on a large project in the Denver metro and Longmont area, overseeing all phases from rough construction through finish and punch list. You will work hands-on while coordinating site activities, ensuring quality workmanship, maintaining a clean and safe job site, and driving each assigned scope to successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform all phases of commercial carpentry work on assigned projects, from rough framing through finish and punch list completion.
• Install and complete backing and blocking to support fixtures, millwork, cabinetry, and other building components according to plans and specifications.
• Install, maintain, and inspect temporary and permanent safety and handrails to support a safe work environment.
• Perform finish carpentry work, including trim, millwork, and cabinetry installation, ensuring a high level of quality and detail.
• Assist with rough carpentry and framing activities as the project transitions from rough phase through subsequent stages.
• Complete punch list items efficiently, ensuring all details meet project standards and are ready for final turnover.
• Keep the job site clean, organized, and contained, including regular debris removal and material staging.
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to plan and execute work accurately.
• Coordinate with other trades and project personnel to sequence work and minimize conflicts on site.
• Stay on assigned projects from start to finish, maintaining continuity and ownership of the carpentry scope.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and informal leadership to other carpenters and laborers, supporting productivity and safety.
• Monitor work quality and adherence to building codes, safety regulations, and project specifications.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of commercial carpentry experience at a journeyman level.
• 10–15 years of overall carpentry experience, including both rough and finish work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all phases of carpentry, including rough carpentry, framing, backing, blocking, and finish carpentry.
• Hands-on experience in commercial construction environments, including hospitality, housing, multi-family, education, and similar facilities.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and construction documents.
• Ability to install backing, blocking, safety and handrails, millwork, cabinetry, and related components.
• Experience with both rough and finish carpentry on commercial projects.
• Capability to stay with a project from start to finish, maintaining consistency and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Leadership and management experience in a construction or carpentry setting.
• Experience acting as a lead carpenter or working foreperson on commercial projects.
• in drywall-related work as it interfaces with carpentry scopes.
• Familiarity with punch list processes and final completion requirements.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with project teams and other trades.
• Ability to adapt to different project types, including hospitality, living, multi-family, K-12, higher education, and federal projects.

Why Work Here?

You will join a construction team that focuses on solving building challenges and delivering high-quality projects across a diverse portfolio, including hospitality, living, multi-family, education, and government work. The organization values long-term project involvement, giving you the opportunity to see your work through from start to finish and take pride in completed facilities. You will gain exposure to a variety of project types and locations across multiple states, supporting professional growth and broadening your experience in commercial construction.

Work Environment

The company operates across Colorado, Wyoming, and surrounding states, focusing on commercial projects such as hospitality, housing, multi-family, K-12 schools, higher education facilities, and federal government buildings. The current assignment is at a new, unoccupied living facility in Longmont that is in the rough phase and progressing into framing and subsequent stages. Work is performed on active construction sites, involving standard commercial carpentry tools, materials, and equipment, with a strong emphasis on site cleanliness, safety, and organized work areas. The environment requires coordination with multiple trades and adherence to commercial construction standards throughout all phases of the project.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.