Carpenter Helper
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor / Trades, Carpentry, Building Maintenance
Carpenter Helper
We are currently hiring for carpenter helpers to do work within one hour in all directions of Plainville, MA. This role will involve lifting windows, cutting material, and utilizing hand and power tools. You will need to bring your own hand tools to the job as well as a hardhat, boots, and a high vis vest. This role will offer $18 - $25 an hour based on experience.
We are hiring based on your resume so if you apply you will be expected to start work the same week!
- Perform wood framing for large-scale commercial projects, including multi-family and other commercial buildings.
- Execute precise cutting, trimming, and nailing of wood materials according to project plans and specifications.
- Build and install stair and rafter systems, ensuring accurate measurements and secure construction.
- Work with pre-fabricated wall panels and trusses, including handling, positioning, and fastening them in place.
- Assist with commercial wood framing tasks from layout through completion, following drawings and instructions from site leadership.
- Support general construction activities on site as needed, including material handling and site preparation.
- Use and maintain personal hand tools safely and effectively, including tape measure, speed square, chalk line, cat paw, framing hammer, and related tools.
- Follow all site safety procedures and guidelines while working on active construction sites.
- Collaborate with team members, including bilingual crews, to complete tasks efficiently and maintain project schedules.
- Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time, being prepared with required tools and gear, and completing assigned tasks consistently.
Skills & Qualifications
- Work with stair and rafter cutting on commercial or residential projects.
- Experience working with pre-fabricated wall panels and trusses.
- Previous exposure to multi-family framing and commercial wood framing projects.
- Experience in finish carpentry or roofing work.
- Comfort working in general labor roles on construction sites in addition to carpentry tasks.
- Ownership of basic hand tools, including work boots, tool belt, chalk line, 25 ft tape measure, speed square, cat paw, and framing hammer.
This is a contract position based out of Plainville, MA.
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 Plainville, MA.
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.
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