Site Associate - Carpenter

Job Description:

DPP is seeking a Site Associate / Carpenter for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace industry.

Work location: Onsite in Merritt Island, Florida
Shift: 7 AM – 3 PM
Duration: 6 months
Terms: W2 contract

Position description:

We’re looking for a candidate with strong carpentry expertise including framing, finish, and rough carpentry, as well as cabinetry and millwork installation.
They’ll need to be highly proficient in using hand, power, and pneumatic tools, with the ability to read blueprints, perform accurate measurements, and execute precise material take-offs.
Their solid mathematical background supports calculating angles, cuts, and material requirements while minimizing waste.
Physically capable and safety-focused, they excel in demanding environments requiring stamina, manual dexterity, and adherence to OSHA standards.
With strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication, they consistently deliver high-quality work while collaborating efficiently with team members and stakeholders.

Technical skills:

Core Carpentry
Framing – walls, floors, roofs, and structural elements
Finish carpentry – trim, molding, doors, and windows
Rough carpentry – formwork, shoring, and structural framing
Cabinetry & millwork – building and installing cabinets and custom woodwork
Flooring installation – hardwood, subfloor, and engineered wood

Tools and equipment:

Hand tools (hammers, chisels, hand saws, planes)
Power tools (circular saws, jigsaws, routers, drills)
Pneumatic tools (nail guns, staplers)
Measuring and layout tools (levels, squares, tape measures)

Reading and planning:

Blueprint and schematic reading
Taking accurate measurements
Material estimation and take-offs

Mathematical skills:

Basic geometry and trigonometry
Calculating angles, cuts, and dimensions
Material waste calculation

Physical skills:

Stamina and physical strength
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Working at heights (ladders, scaffolding)

Soft skills:

Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Time management
Communication with clients and contractors
Safety awareness (OSHA standards)

Knowledge areas:

Building codes and regulations
Wood species and material properties
Joinery techniques
Adhesives, fasteners, and hardware

Qualifications:

2+ years in a warehouse environment
Safety is a top priority it is imperative that the employee strictly adheres to established safety protocols and guidelines. This includes but is not limited to, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), following safe operating procedures, and participating in regular safety training sessions.
Employee must be able to lift 50 lbs.
An attitude of world-class quality, attention to detail, and dedication.
Communication skills within a highly technical environment.
Mathematical skills Analytical skills to define problems, collect appropriate and relevant data, establish facts, and draw reasonable conclusions from gathered information.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Previous certified forklift experience

Education:

High school diploma or GED

Interested? Learn more:
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Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.

Job Ident #: 26-00602

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/

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Job Info

Location

Merritt Island, Florida, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/