Lead Roving Construction Laborer

What We are Looking For:

We are seeking a highly motivated Roving Construction Laborer (Team Lead) who thrives in a fast-paced, travel-based environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality results across a variety of maintenance and improvement projects.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can coordinate daily workflow, work alongside their team, and maintain productivity without sacrificing quality. You should be adaptable, solutions-oriented, and comfortable with frequent overnight travel while focusing on curb appeal improvements and cost-effective in-house execution.

Travel Requirements:

-Extensive travel throughout our Midwest portfolio, including up to 25% overnight travel

-Company vehicle will be provided for travel purposes

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $35-$37/hr

Here are some things that will make you successful:

• 5+ years of general maintenance, handyman, or construction experience

• Strong skills in drywall, painting, and general repair work

• Experience with property maintenance or multifamily housing preferred

• Ability to travel regularly across Midwest portfolio (IL, WI, MI, NE), overnight travel will be required up to 50% of the time.

• Valid driver’s license (company truck provided)

• Own basic hand tools and power tools

• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions

• Strong leadership presence in a hands-on environment

What you will be doing:

The Roving Construction Laborer (Team Lead) leads a 2-person mobile maintenance team responsible for improving and maintaining property appearance, curb appeal, and cost-effective in-house execution across a multi-state Midwest portfolio. This role is highly hands-on and works side-by-side with the team while ensuring quality, consistency, and timely completion of assigned projects.

This team travels between properties (including IL, WI, MI, and NE) completing one property at a time with a focus on visible property improvements and reducing outsourced vendor costs. Overnight travel is required and may be as much as 25% of the time.

Core responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate a 2-person roaming maintenance crew in daily field operations

• Coordinate daily workflow with Tech to maximize efficiency and ensure full completion of assigned scopes

• Execute hands-on maintenance and property improvement work, including:
• • Drywall patching, sanding, prep, and finishing (hallways, units, common areas)
  • Interior and exterior painting at contract-quality standards

• • Carpentry work (rotting wood replacement, door repairs/replacements, fencing/deck repairs, cabinet installation, trim work)

• • Landscaping, curb appeal improvements, and seasonal cleanup

• • Unit turns (light to full scope as assigned)

• • Trash-outs and unit cleanouts

• • Minor plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance repairs

• • Flooring installation (plank and similar materials)

• • Common area and exterior repairs and improvements

• Address village, lender, and insurance-identified repair items as assigned

• Execute work assignments provided by the Area Maintenance Manager

• Ensure all work meets contract-level finish quality standards

• Maintain strong production pace while preserving workmanship quality

• Proactively identify and document life-safety and maintenance issues

• Minimize vendor usage by completing work in-house when feasible

• Lead by example in productivity, craftsmanship, professionalism, and accountability

• Ensure proper use and care of company tools, equipment, and materials

• Maintain financial responsibility with company-issued credit card usage

Where you will work:

This position will require you to work on-site at our properties (IL, WI, MI, NE)

Why work for Bender Companies:

• 90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan

• 75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan

• 75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan

• 401K with company match

• 11 Paid Holidays

• 2 weeks of annual PTO

• 16 hours of personal time

• Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement

• Supportive Team

• Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing

Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants.

Equal opportunity employer.