Carpenter

Job Title : Foreman / Carpenter Lead

Description :

The Construction Foreman / Carpenter is a hands-on leader who oversees both factory assembly crews and field crews on shell / core projects. You’ll supervise local LA teams and travel across California to stand up, train, and lead temporary and local labor to company standards—ensuring quality, safety, and schedule are met. This is a boots‑on‑the‑ground role : you will work alongside crews, particularly in drywall and metal framing, while driving productivity and craftsmanship.

Skills

Framing, Carpentry, Installation, Finish carpentry

Top Skills Details

Framing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

3–5 years of construction experience, with drywall and / or metal stud framing.

2+ years in a foreman / lead / supervisor capacity managing multi‑trade or framing / drywall crews.

Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a necessity

Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and motivate teams; “lead by doing” style.

Proficient reading drawings, sequencing work, and coordinating with other trades.

Strong commitment to safety, housekeeping, and quality control.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; willingness to travel across California.

Plus : experience with modular or off‑site construction; HCD familiarity.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Montebello, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $65000.00 / 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 hybrid position in Montebello,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 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.