Finish Carpenter

Job Title: Finish Carpenter

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Finish Carpenter / Hardware Installer to support commercial construction projects through the precise installation of architectural door hardware. This role focuses exclusively on the installation, adjustment, and quality control of panic bars, door closers, hinges, handles, handsets, and kick plates on commercial doors. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, understands commercial hardware requirements, and can work efficiently on active job sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, adjust, and ensure quality control of architectural door hardware, including panic bars, door closers, hinges, handles, handsets, and kick plates.
• Ensure all hardware is level, plumb, aligned, and fully operational.
• Read and interpret hardware schedules, door schedules, and construction drawings.
• Operate hand tools and power tools, and use a tape measure accurately.
• Work independently or as part of a team on active commercial construction sites.

Essential Skills

• Experience with installing panic bars, closers, hinges, handles, handsets, locksets, and kick plates.
• Ability to read and interpret hardware schedules, door schedules, and construction drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and tape measures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in finish carpentry and hardware installation.
• Knowledge of commercial construction environments.

Why Work Here?

The position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity, leading to a direct position. Join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where you can develop your skills in commercial construction.

Work Environment

Active commercial construction sites with indoor and occasional outdoor work. Fast-paced and schedule-driven environments. Projects are located at GR Airport, Mary Free Bed Hospital, and Switch Data Center. Work hours are from 6 am or 7 am to 3 pm or 4 pm.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.