Job Title: Commercial Finish Carpenter ($26-35/hr)
Job Description
This role focuses on commercial finish carpentry and installation work, including trim, moldings, doors, and custom wood features for commercial construction projects. You will contribute to high-quality interior finishes on a variety of job sites while working with a team of skilled tradespeople on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a contract-to-hire role based in Kansas, with work performed on commercial project sites ranging from Topeka, Lawrence, and through the Kansas City Metro area.
Responsibilities
• Install commercial trim, moldings, doors, frames, and custom wood features according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings to plan and execute finish carpentry tasks accurately.
• Measure, cut, and fit materials using a tape measure and appropriate hand and power tools to achieve precise finishes.
• Install and adjust cabinets, ceiling tiles, and other interior finish components in commercial spaces.
• Perform light framing and drywall-related tasks as needed to support finish installation work.
• Install and secure hardware on doors, frames, cabinets, and other fixtures to ensure proper function and appearance.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete carpentry and installation tasks.
• Coordinate with other trades and team members on active job sites to maintain workflow and project timelines.
• Work on outdoor commercial project sites in varying climate conditions across multiple locations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including adherence to OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly store tools and materials at the end of each shift.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues related to fit, finish, and alignment of installed components.
Essential Skills
• Proven experience in commercial finish carpentry, including trim, moldings, doors, and custom wood features.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools commonly used in carpentry and installation work.
• Experience with framing, drywall, trim, cabinets, paint touch-ups, ceiling tiles, doors, and frames in a commercial setting.
• Strong measurement skills, including accurate use of a tape measure.
• Understanding of basic electrical awareness as it relates to working safely around electrical components on job sites.
• Capability to work outdoors in all climate conditions on active construction sites.
• Reliability to work a consistent 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. shift.
• OSHA 10 certification is preferred, with willingness to obtain the certification if not already held.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Prior experience in commercial construction environments.
• Familiarity with installing and adjusting door hardware and other finish hardware components.
• Comfort working across multiple project sites within a regional area.
• Willingness to complete OSHA 10 training provided through the staffing partner or the hiring company.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality finish work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a field crew and other trades on site.
Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy a supportive environment that rewards strong performance with a quarterly profit share program and an end-of-year bonus. The organization promotes work-life balance by offering paid holidays and one week of paid time off per year. Team culture is strengthened through two paid company functions each year, creating opportunities to build relationships and celebrate successes.
Work Environment
This is a 3-month contract-to-hire role based in Kansas, with work performed on commercial project sites ranging from Topeka, Lawrence, and through the Kansas City Metro area. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work takes place outdoors and indoors in active construction environments, in all climate conditions. You will regularly use hand tools, power tools, tape measures, and other carpentry equipment, and you will work from blueprints and construction documents. The setting is a field-based, hands-on environment where safety, teamwork, and productivity are central to daily operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lawrence, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lawrence, KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lawrence,KS.
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.