Carpenter Helper

Job Title: Carpenter Helper

Job Description

Join a dynamic team specializing in custom architectural millwork, cabinetry, and decorative finishes. Work on high-end, large-scale projects in a creative and skilled environment. As a Carpenter Helper, you will assist in assembling custom areas such as die walls, countertops, and reception desks using a variety of tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assemble die walls, countertops, and reception desks.

• Create trim using various types of wood.

• Operate tables saws, shop saws, joiners, drum sanders, and beam saws.

• Interpret and work from shop drawings and blueprints.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Experience with hand and power tools.

• Proficiency in carpentry, woodworking, and home-building.

• Familiarity with custom millwork construction methodology and joinery techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with plastic laminate, wood lumber & veneers, and solid surface materials.

• Knowledge of fabrication techniques for custom builds such as countertops and reception desks.

• Experience with the prep and progression of sanding steps up to final polishing of solid surfaces.

• At least 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing plant as a custom wood/millwork fabricator.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a family-oriented work environment with a smaller team where camaraderie is valued. Benefit from paid vacation time that increases with tenure, employer-contributed medical plans, and a 401k plan. Celebrate with your team during annual bonuses, Christmas parties, and regular team outings. Enjoy occasional treats from food trucks and an ice cream truck.

Work Environment

Work in a warehouse setting where the environment can be dusty. The work schedule is Monday to Thursday, from 6 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional overtime. Dress in suitable work attire for a hands-on carpentry environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Summerville, South Carolina.

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 Summerville,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2025.

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.