Job Title: Construction Technician – Carpentry Focus

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity to develop and apply carpentry skills on a variety of construction projects, including new homes, commercial buildings, and university facilities within New Haven County. You will support experienced tradespeople, learn the carpentry trade, and contribute to safe, clean, and efficient job sites for a reputable construction company with a strong backlog of work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with carpentry tasks on residential, commercial, and university construction projects, including new builds and refits.

• Use hand tools and power tools such as hammers, sawzalls, skill saws, levels, and chalk lines to support framing, installation, and general carpentry work.

• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure down to 1/16 of an inch to ensure precise cuts and installations.

• Handle construction materials, equipment, and tools safely and efficiently, including basic servicing of tools when needed.

• Install temporary guards, handrails, and protective elements to support ongoing construction and maintain site safety.

• Follow blueprints and instructions from supervisors and experienced carpenters to complete assigned tasks.

• Maintain a clean and organized job site by performing regular cleanup and returning the work area to pre-work level cleanliness.

• Adhere to all safety procedures and standards, including OSHA guidelines, while working in physically demanding environments.

• Communicate effectively with team members and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.

• Demonstrate initiative by staying productive, identifying ways to assist the team, and not waiting to be told what to do.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to learn and develop skills in the carpentry trade.

• Proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to take initiative without constant direction.

• Basic knowledge of carpentry tools, machines, and methods used in constructing houses and commercial buildings.

• Ability to service and perform basic maintenance on tools when needed.

• OSHA 10 certification or OSHA 10 card.

• Ability to accurately read measurements on a tape measure down to 1/16 of an inch.

• Proficiency in using tools such as chalk lines, levels, hammers, sawzalls, and skill saws.

• Capability to perform physically demanding work in a construction environment.

• Understanding and adherence to safety procedures on active construction sites.

• Strong communication and people skills to work effectively with a construction team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• General carpentry knowledge to assist with installing temporary guards, handrails, and protective elements.

• Experience or familiarity with construction, general labor, framing, and materials handling.

• Experience as a maintenance technician or in other hands-on trades is beneficial.

• Ability to read and work from blueprints is an advantage.

• Willingness and desire to grow within the carpentry trade and take on increasing responsibility over time.

• Ability to take direction well while also working independently when tasks are assigned.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-regarded construction company with a family-style culture and strong reputation in the local community. The organization offers long-term stability through a substantial backlog of projects and provides clear opportunities for growth and skill development in the carpentry trade. Once hired on permanently, you will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with the advantage of working primarily within New Haven County, supporting a consistent work-life balance close to home.

Work Environment

You will work on active commercial and residential construction sites, including new homes, commercial buildings, and university facilities. The role takes place primarily within New Haven County and involves physically demanding tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced field environment. You will regularly use a variety of hand tools and power tools such as hammers, sawzalls, skill saws, levels, and chalk lines, and you will handle construction materials and equipment throughout the day. The work setting emphasizes strict adherence to safety procedures and OSHA standards, and requires appropriate construction-site attire and personal protective equipment suitable for commercial construction conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Haven, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 North Haven,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 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.