Craftsperson

Craftsperson | Carlsbad, CA | 1st Shift | $35/hr

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting unit turnover, completing punch lists, and delivering high-quality finishing work on construction projects. You will handle hands-on tasks such as carpentry, drywall, painting, and general touch-ups while coordinating with subcontractors and managing basic day labor activities. The position requires a dependable, detail-oriented professional who can work with light supervision and consistently complete unit touch-ups within defined timelines.

Responsibilities

• Complete punch-list tasks for each unit within approximately one week, ensuring all required items are addressed thoroughly and accurately.
• Perform general caulking and finishing work, including sealing gaps, joints, and edges to meet quality standards.
• Support the turnover of 10–12 units that require touch-ups, preparing them for occupancy with clean, finished interiors.
• Touch up paint and finishes as needed, including walls, trim, doors, and other surfaces to achieve a uniform appearance.
• Carry out carpentry tasks such as rough and finish carpentry, framing, and installation or repair of wood and metal stud structures.
• Perform drywall work including hanging, patching, and finishing to a smooth, paint-ready surface.
• Use hand tools and construction equipment safely and effectively to complete daily tasks.
• Assist with mechanical, plumbing, and basic electrical-related tasks as directed, within the scope of your skills and training.
• Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings to understand required work and ensure proper execution.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors to sequence tasks, avoid conflicts, and maintain project timelines.
• Manage and direct basic day labor activities, ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Carry out general labor duties under light supervision, including site cleanup, material handling, and minor repairs.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, subcontractors, and team members about progress, issues, and needs on site.
• Participate in onboarding and training to learn site-specific processes, safety protocols, and quality expectations.
• Maintain a professional, dependable presence on site, arriving on time and ready to work each day.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated strong initiative with the ability to take ownership of tasks and follow them through to completion.
• High reliability and consistency in attendance, work quality, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to manage basic labor tasks and direct day labor activities on site.
• Hands-on experience with carpentry, including rough and finish carpentry work.
• Practical experience with drywall installation, patching, and finishing.
• Skilled trades knowledge across general construction, including framing and commercial construction practices.
• Ability to perform finishing and punch-list construction tasks to a professional standard.
• Competence in using hand tools and basic construction equipment safely and effectively.
• Reliable transportation to travel to construction sites across the county.
• Willingness to participate in training during onboarding and apply new skills quickly.
• Strong character and dependability, with a focus on accountability and quality workmanship.
• Good communication skills to interact with supervisors, subcontractors, and team members clearly and respectfully.
• High level of punctuality, consistently arriving on time and ready to work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in multi-family construction environments, including unit turnover and common area work.
• Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision while maintaining high quality standards.
• Previous experience in finishing or punch-list roles, particularly in residential or commercial projects.
• Experience with metal stud framing and commercial construction techniques.
• Basic electrical, mechanical, and plumbing knowledge within a construction context.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and construction drawings.
• Bilingual communication skills, enabling effective interaction with a diverse workforce.
• General understanding of construction sequencing and coordination with subcontractors.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values reliability, craftsmanship, and professional growth in a fast-paced construction environment. The organization offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the region, building your skills in multiple trades while contributing to high-quality finished units. You can expect a culture that appreciates initiative, clear communication, and dependability, with structured onboarding and training to support your success on site.

Work Environment

The role is based on active construction sites throughout San Diego County, working primarily on first shift. You will operate in a field environment that involves regular use of hand tools and construction equipment, movement between units and buildings, and coordination with subcontractors and day labor. The work takes place in partially completed or finishing-stage units, with typical construction site conditions such as noise, dust, and ongoing trade activity. Attire should be appropriate for construction work, including durable clothing and footwear suitable for safety and comfort on site.

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

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.