This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
68% STARs in role.
Skilled Carpenter / Installer
Job Description
This role supports a balcony and breezeway renovation project, focusing on the precise installation of metal post systems and railing kits. You will work from detailed drawings and installation plans, ensuring accurate measurements, proper alignment, and high-quality finishes. The work begins on balconies and transitions to breezeways as each section is completed, requiring strong organizational skills and consistent attention to safety and quality.
Responsibilities
- Install metal posts on balconies and breezeways with precise leveling and alignment.
- Verify that the correct posts are installed in the correct locations according to drawings and plans.
- Assemble multi-component railing kits following step-by-step installation instructions.
- Cut threaded rods to specified lengths and install them according to project specifications.
- Secure posts using nuts and bolts, ensuring proper torque, alignment, and stability.
- Use tape measures, levels, and other hand tools to confirm accurate dimensions and plumb installations.
- Keep materials, hardware, tools, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Follow provided drawings, blueprints, and installation plans to complete work accurately.
- Work efficiently to meet project timelines while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Collaborate with crew members to coordinate tasks and complete balcony and breezeway sections in sequence.
- Work independently when required, taking ownership of assigned tasks from start to finish.
Essential Skills
- Proven carpentry or installation experience, with metal, railing, or similar systems preferred.
- Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure for precise measurements.
- Ability to level and plumb posts and components using appropriate tools.
- Experience working with nuts, bolts, and hardware systems for structural installations.
- Comfort assembling kits and following step-by-step installation processes.
- Ability to read and follow construction drawings, blueprints, and installation plans.
- Proficiency with basic hand tools, including tape measures, levels, wrenches, and related tools.
- Experience with hand and power tools commonly used in construction and carpentry.
- Capability to work both independently and as part of a crew in a construction environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in construction, including commercial construction, new construction, or restoration projects.
- Experience in rough and finish carpentry, including framing, trim work, and finish carpentry.
- Exposure to drywall installation and finishing.
- Experience with concrete-related work and installations.
- Experience installing doors, including door installation and related finish work.
- Cabinetry installation or similar detailed carpentry work.
- Wood framing experience in residential or commercial settings.
- Strong organizational skills to manage materials, hardware, and tools on active job sites.
Why Work Here?
You join a project-focused team that values quality craftsmanship, safety, and clear communication. The work offers consistent weekday hours and the opportunity to develop specialized skills in metal post and railing system installation. You work with provided major power tools and structured installation plans, allowing you to focus on doing high-quality work in a well-organized environment.
Work Environment
This is a field-based role on an active renovation project involving balconies and breezeways. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will work with a mix of hand tools and power tools, including tape measures, levels, wrenches, and saws. You are expected to bring your own basic hand tools, while saws and major power tools are provided. The work takes place in a construction setting that requires adherence to safety practices, working at heights on balconies, and coordinating with a crew on site.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Isle of Palms, SC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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 Isle of Palms,SC.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.
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.
Posting ID: JP-006074798
