Job Description

Job Title: Painter / Drywaller / Carpenter

Job Description

This full-time role combines painting, drywall, and carpentry work on residential and commercial projects. You will complete painting, staining, finishing, texturing, plastering, drywall, and related carpentry tasks while working on-site and taking direction from a Reconstruction Project Manager. The position suits someone with general knowledge of home construction, or a strong willingness to learn quickly, who can work efficiently and independently while maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior painting, staining, and finishing on residential and commercial properties.
• Complete drywall installation, taping, mudding, sanding, and finishing to a high standard.
• Apply textures and plaster finishes as required by project specifications.
• Carry out carpentry tasks, including basic construction, framing, and finish carpentry work.
• Follow directions and project plans provided by the Reconstruction Project Manager while working on-site.
• Identify, communicate, and help navigate problems or unexpected issues that arise during projects.
• Work efficiently and independently to complete tasks on schedule while maintaining quality workmanship.
• Present a professional image when interacting with clients, coworkers, and other on-site personnel.
• Travel to various commercial job sites as needed to support ongoing projects.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of carpentry experience.
• Ability to perform painting, staining, and finishing work in residential and commercial environments.
• Capability to complete drywall, taping, mudding, and finishing tasks.
• Basic construction knowledge, including framing and finish carpentry.
• Willingness and ability to learn new home construction techniques quickly.
• Capacity to work efficiently and independently on job sites.
• Professional communication and conduct when working with project managers and clients.
• Ability to travel to commercial sites as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• General knowledge of home construction practices.
• Experience working on both residential and commercial projects.
• Comfort working under the direction of a Reconstruction Project Manager.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address issues that arise on-site.
• Attention to detail in finishing work, including painting, drywall, and carpentry.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values craftsmanship, professionalism, and steady, full-time work. The role offers consistent on-site experience across a variety of residential and commercial projects, providing opportunities to expand your skills in painting, drywall, and carpentry. You will benefit from a supportive environment where you can learn quickly, take on responsibility, and grow your capabilities in home construction.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site role working at residential and commercial properties. You will frequently travel to different job locations as needed. Work involves hands-on tasks such as painting, staining, drywall finishing, plastering, and carpentry using standard construction tools and materials. You will collaborate closely with a Reconstruction Project Manager and other field personnel while often working independently to complete assigned tasks. The environment requires a professional appearance and demeanor when interacting with clients and on-site teams, and you should expect a typical construction setting that may include dust, noise, and the need for appropriate work attire and safety gear.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wauwatosa, WI.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 Wauwatosa,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.

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