Carpenter

Job Title: Carpenters, Concrete Workers, and Steel Erectors

Job Description

Join a dynamic team working on various commercial projects within a 60-mile radius of Ames. This position involves diverse construction tasks, including demolition, earthwork, excavations, concrete placement and finishing, framework erection, ceiling and wall installation, welding, and signaling operators. We value your expertise and will strive to assign you to tasks that match your skills, though flexibility is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform demolition work and earthwork excavations.
• Place and finish concrete structures.
• Prepare layouts and erect framework for buildings.
• Install ceilings and walls with precision.
• Weld and signal operators as needed.
• Engage in other construction-related tasks as required.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience in construction, with a focus on carpentry (residential or commercial).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Capability to work in various weather conditions.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in using basic hand tools such as tool pouches, hammer, tape measure, speed square, and utility knife.

Why Work Here?

Experience growth opportunities with the potential to advance into leadership roles both in the field and office. Enjoy generous health insurance benefits, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K retirement plan. We support your professional development with tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.

Work Environment

Work in a commercial construction environment, wearing boots, jeans, and a t-shirt or sweatshirt. Collaborate in teams of 3-10 people on-site, with standard working hours from 7 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 Ames,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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.