Commercial Construction Carpenter – $43/Hour

📍 Manassas, VA | 🛠 Federal Data Center Project | ⏳ 6–8 Month Assignment

Overview

We are seeking experienced Commercial Construction Carpenters for a high-profile federal data center project in Manassas. This role focuses heavily on metal stud framing (including heavy gauge), plywood/sheathing installation, and interior finish work in a secure, professional construction environment.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced project offering stable work at $43/hour and the opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform commercial carpentry on a large-scale federal construction site
• Install metal studs (light & heavy gauge) per drawings and specifications
• Measure, cut, and install plywood and sheathing materials
• Execute interior finish carpentry to high-quality standards
• Read and follow blueprints, layouts, and jobsite instructions
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Follow all OSHA safety standards and federal site security protocols

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in commercial construction carpentry
• Strong experience with metal stud framing (heavy gauge preferred)
• Experience installing plywood and commercial sheathing systems
• Ability to perform interior finishing work with attention to detail
• Comfortable working in an active construction and data center environment

Work Environment

• On-site in Manassas, VA (federal facility)
• Active commercial construction setting
• Work includes metal framing, sheathing, and interior build-outs
• Requires PPE and adherence to strict safety/security standards
• Tools, equipment, and materials typical of commercial carpentry work

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Alexandria, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $43.00/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 Alexandria,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 21, 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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