Concrete Form Setter

The Concrete Carpenter constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, and wallboard to create concrete forms for building structures. Using a variety of hand and power tools, this role focuses on building, assembling, and maintaining formwork that is filled with concrete to produce durable structural elements. The position requires reliable transportation, strong dependability, and a commitment to working safely and efficiently on an active construction site.

• Construct, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures used as concrete forms for building projects.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials using rulers, pencils, chalk, and marking gauges to ensure accurate layout.
• Shape or cut materials to precise measurements and assemble boards, timber, or plywood to the required size for formwork.
• Build wooden forms in the exact shape of the structure, securing them with nails, bolts, screws, or anchor rods using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
• Follow established safety rules, regulations, and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layouts and determine required dimensions, shapes, designs, and materials.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of wooden structures and repair or replace them using appropriate hand tools.
• Perform concrete-related tasks such as supporting concrete pours, concrete finishing, and other concrete work as needed.
• Utilize Symon Forms to build, set, and strip concrete forms for retaining walls and other structural elements.
• Plan the sequence of work to support efficient construction progress and meet project timelines.
• Check completed work to ensure that all structures are level, plumb, and square, meeting quality and specification requirements.

• Hands-on experience with concrete construction, including concrete forms, concrete pours, concrete finishing, and general concrete work.
• Proficiency working with Symon Forms or similar concrete form systems.
• Knowledge of commercial construction practices, procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control, and safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and building plans to determine layout, dimensions, and material requirements.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills to perform accurate material estimates and measurements.
• Skill in using carpentry tools such as hand saws, electric saws, drills, and other related hand and power tools.
• Attention to detail with the ability to verify that work is level, plumb, and square.
• Organizational skills to plan the sequence of work and coordinate tasks effectively.
• Reliable transportation and a dependable work ethic.
• Commitment to following safety rules and maintaining a clean, orderly work environment.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–5 years of experience in concrete carpentry, formwork, or related construction roles.
• Experience working on commercial construction sites, particularly large-scale projects such as apartment complexes.
• Familiarity with quality control and cost control practices in construction.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a construction crew and communicate clearly with team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address issues with formwork, materials, or site conditions.

Employees benefit from a stable day-shift, Monday–Friday schedule that supports work-life balance, along with supportive leadership focused on professional growth. The company offers an opportunity to transition to permanent employment after an initial period and provides access to a strong pipeline of ongoing projects. As one of the early team members in a growing organization, you have the chance to build a long-term career and advance as the company expands.

This role is based on an active construction site in Franklin, TN, where a large apartment complex is under development. The current project involves building a substantial concrete retaining wall using Symon Forms, with repeated cycles of form building, concrete pouring, curing, and form removal. The team completes approximately 200 feet of wall per pour, with a total of 2,500 feet planned and the project about halfway complete. Work is performed outdoors in typical construction conditions, requiring comfort with physical labor, exposure to the elements, and adherence to site safety protocols. The position follows a day-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, within a structured and safety-conscious environment that uses standard construction tools, equipment, and materials.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin, TN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Franklin,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.