Trim Carpenter**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a versatile trim carpenter who excels in various carpentry tasks, including formwork and rough carpentry. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using power tools, proficient in selective demolition, and committed to adhering to company policies and OSHA guidelines. This role involves contributing from the initial conceptual development through to project completion.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate and maintain construction equipment.
+ Assist equipment operators, carpenters, and skilled labor as needed.
+ Prepare construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards.
+ Handle loading and unloading of materials.
+ Assemble and dismantle temporary structures, such as scaffolding.
+ Excavate, fill, or compact earth.
+ Support craft workers.
+ Participate in on-the-job training.
+ Understand construction design, technical plans, blueprints, and models.
+ Read plans, use mathematics for layout, and solve problems effectively.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in English for effective communication and instruction comprehension.
+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to set and achieve goals.
+ Ability to read and interpret technical plans and blueprints.
+ Proficiency in carpentry, framing, finish carpentry, and use of hand and power tools.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Ability to stand, climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
+ Capability to safely operate sharp tools and power equipment.
+ Experience working in diverse weather conditions and terrains.
+ Possess manual dexterity, balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.
+ Physical strength, stamina, and balance to perform various job tasks.
+ Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push or pull similar loads.
+ Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs for up to eight hours daily while handling materials.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a supportive work environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, including voluntary dental and vision plans, employer-matched 401K, and life insurance options. We offer both short-term and long-term disability coverage, holidays, and paid time off, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
**Work Environment**
You will primarily work on commercial new builds, engaging in tasks ranging from trim, rough, and finish carpentry to assisting with pre-engineered metal structures. Flexibility is key, as projects are primarily based in Lincoln but may also occur in surrounding areas.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, Nebraska.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a versatile trim carpenter who excels in various carpentry tasks, including formwork and rough carpentry. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using power tools, proficient in selective demolition, and committed to adhering to company policies and OSHA guidelines. This role involves contributing from the initial conceptual development through to project completion.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate and maintain construction equipment.
+ Assist equipment operators, carpenters, and skilled labor as needed.
+ Prepare construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards.
+ Handle loading and unloading of materials.
+ Assemble and dismantle temporary structures, such as scaffolding.
+ Excavate, fill, or compact earth.
+ Support craft workers.
+ Participate in on-the-job training.
+ Understand construction design, technical plans, blueprints, and models.
+ Read plans, use mathematics for layout, and solve problems effectively.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in English for effective communication and instruction comprehension.
+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to set and achieve goals.
+ Ability to read and interpret technical plans and blueprints.
+ Proficiency in carpentry, framing, finish carpentry, and use of hand and power tools.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Ability to stand, climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
+ Capability to safely operate sharp tools and power equipment.
+ Experience working in diverse weather conditions and terrains.
+ Possess manual dexterity, balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.
+ Physical strength, stamina, and balance to perform various job tasks.
+ Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push or pull similar loads.
+ Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs for up to eight hours daily while handling materials.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a supportive work environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, including voluntary dental and vision plans, employer-matched 401K, and life insurance options. We offer both short-term and long-term disability coverage, holidays, and paid time off, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
**Work Environment**
You will primarily work on commercial new builds, engaging in tasks ranging from trim, rough, and finish carpentry to assisting with pre-engineered metal structures. Flexibility is key, as projects are primarily based in Lincoln but may also occur in surrounding areas.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, Nebraska.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.
Job ID: 488561973
Originally Posted on: 8/8/2025
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