🔨 NOW HIRING: Traveling Framing Carpenters MN & WI Job Sites | $20–$35/hr + Per Diem + Paid Hotels 🏗️ What You’ll Be Doing: We’re building big, bold, beautiful projects — and we need skilled framers to help us get it done. From custom homes to multifamily monsters, you’ll be working with a crew that knows their stuff and has each other’s backs. You’ll be framing: • High-end custom new builds • Multifamily & commercial projects • Stick framing, prefab walls, wood siding, wall panels 📍 Current Job Sites: • Hayward, WI • Crosslake, MN • (And more coming soon!) 🧰 What You Bring: • 1+ year of wood framing experience (Required) • OSHA 10 (Preferred, but not a dealbreaker) • A good attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to travel 💸 What You Get: • $20–$35/hr depending on experience • Per diem: Hotel + $35/day food stipend — all covered • Long weekends: Hit 40–45 hours by Thursday? Take Friday off if the job allows • Career growth: Learn on the job, move up the ladder — Carpenter → Foreman → Superintendent • Year-round work with a solid crew 🕒 Work Schedule: • Monday–Friday, 7 AM–4/5 PM • Optional weekend OT if you want the extra cash 👷‍♂️ Why Join Us? Because we’re not just building structures — we’re building careers. You’ll learn, grow, and work with a team that respects your craft. 📞 Ready to roll? Let’s talk. Bring your tools, your skills, and your hustle — we’ll handle the rest. Pay and Benefits 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2025. 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.
See More Details >>Celebrated as one of Minnesota's Top Workplaces! Knutson Construction is accepting applications for Skilled Tradespeople to join our team! “Together We Make Dreams Real” – that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and trade partners to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we've created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values. At Knutson, opportunities to shine happen daily. We value what makes you different and empower you to act on your ideas. As a General Contractor, our work is project-based, meaning that workflow fluctuates depending on project schedules and workload demands. We may not be hiring for the specific position or location that you are interested in, but we will keep your information on file and reach out when our demand increases for that position and location. The key field positions that we hire include the following positions. Laborer The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Safely erect, use, and dismantle scaffolding, ladders, platforms, and temporary enclosures while working on multi-level structures and floor openings. • Transport materials, measure, cut, fabricate, place, and secure formwork, pour and finish concrete, and perform tasks such as patching, jackhammering, and applying coatings. • Additional duties include flagging, watchman responsibilities, light chipping, cleanup, and general material handling. Operator The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Perform pre- and post-operation inspections, routine maintenance, and cleaning of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. • Operate various equipment, including forklifts, cranes, and hoists, following safety standards and signal instructions. • Continuously monitor equipment condition, clean tracks or wheels, and use blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads. Carpenter The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Read and interpret blueprints while assisting supervisors with structural design, planning, layout, and installation. • Perform repairs and installations of doors, windows, drywall, cabinets, stairs, and other fixtures, ensuring compliance with building codes and safety regulations. • Operate tools and equipment, assess material quality, provide excellent customer service, and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, climbing, and prolonged standing. Cement Mason The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Set forms, clean and inspect surfaces, and direct concrete casting with the truck driver. • Pour, smooth, level, and compact concrete using handheld and power tools while monitoring weather effects on the curing process. • Apply sealing and hardening components, construct expansion joints, and polish surfaces using power surfacing machines. Brick Mason The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Interpret construction plans, measure distances, and determine material requirements to ensure accurate masonry work. • Mix and apply mortar, lay bricks or blocks, cut and shape materials, and install decorative or structural masonry elements. • Repair and restore masonry structures, check alignment and stability, clean excess mortar, and seal surfaces for a polished finish. All field employees will need to successfully complete a background check, standard drug test, and post-hire physical. Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements: • High School Diploma • Experience requirements may vary depending on the specific role you are interested in at Knutson Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional Benefits & Perks Pay is based on the Union Scale by location Specific union-based health and retirement benefits Performance Based Career Advancement Mentorship Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Mental Health Platform – BetterHelp Employee Referral Bonus Program for specific positions Additional Knutson perks such as safety celebrations, social gatherings, and family events including Valley Fair. Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime and weekend work as needed.
See More Details >>Job Details Job Location Corporate Headquarters - Golden Valley, MN Job Category Construction Description RJM Construction was founded on a simple principle: to serve the client. Commitment to realizing our clients vision continues to be the driving force behind our work. Our people drive that visionary change. With our headquarters in the Twin Cities, RJM Construction has more than 150 staff members and an annual construction volume of $256 million. We specialize in community, healthcare, corporate, and multifamily projects, serving clients throughout Minnesota and neighboring states. Our expertise includes general contracting, construction management, design-build, and preconstruction services.Currently RJM has an opening for a Journeyman Carpenter. If you want to be at the forefront of building - including your career - let's talk! You'll become part of an inclusive, dynamic team that works collaboratively and reaches our goals. If you enjoy building quality structures and like to be part of a team from ground up to opening day, this may be the role for you! As a carpenter at RJM Construction, you will be responsible for designing, building, stalling and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture and other items using different types of materials including wood and steel. We offer a positive work environment, opportunities for advancement and a rewarding career. This position is a member of the local Carpenter Union. ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES • Prepare the layout of the project including estimate proportions and select materials. • Work with blueprints or instructions from supervisors. • Work with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall. • Utilize chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures. • Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives. • Work with prefabricated buildings. • Create structures for pouring concrete. • Erect scaffolding. • Build tunnel bracing. • Build concrete forms for tunnel or sewer construction project. • Replace panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors. • Repair or build furniture. • Install partitions, doors, and windows. • Move and install machinery. Qualifications Education: • Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work. High School Graduate Work Experience: • Minimum of three years in all phases of commercial construction. • Knowledge of commercial construction and remodeling trades, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control and safety. Demonstrated Technical Competencies to include: • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Viewpoint CS and Sage/Timberline experience desirable, but not necessary Demonstrated Professional Competencies to include: • Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions • Ability to work independently and complete activities according to work schedule • Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long period of time • Ability to communicate orally and in writing The hourly pay rate for the Union Journeyman Carpenter position is $45.54. Please note that wage rates are subject to change based on the release of updated union wage rate sheets for the 2025-2026 period.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in carpentry in Minneapolis, MN, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual wage of $542 in Minneapolis, reflecting a 1.1% growth rate from 2019 to 2024. Apprentices in Minneapolis earn an average of $478.73 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $598.08 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring carpenters in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
