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Come join the growing team at Bender Companies!

Bender Companies is an owner-operator specializing in the acquisition and management of value-add multifamily properties. Since its inception in 2011, Bender Companies has established a proven track record of high performing investments through strategic acquisitions, mitigating risk, and effective management. Today, Bender Companies owns and operates 28 properties throughout the Midwest with nearly 6,000 units.

We are a high growth company that values integrity, initiative, and inclusion. If you are looking for a company where you can see your impact make a difference in the company, this may be the place for you

What We are Looking For:

We are seeking a highly motivated Roving Construction Laborer 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 adaptable, solutions-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment while traveling frequently between properties. You should be able to prioritize tasks efficiently, communicate effectively with onsite teams and management, and maintain productivity without sacrificing quality, while focusing on curb appeal improvements and cost-effective in-house execution.

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $31-$33/hr

Here are some things that will make you successful:

• 3+ years maintenance, construction, landscaping, or handyman experience preferred
• Working knowledge of drywall, paint, and general repair work
• Ability to learn and grow into broader maintenance skill set
• Own basic hand and power tools
• Ability to travel regularly across Midwest portfolio
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team environment
• Valid driver’s license preferred

What you’ll be doing:

The Roving Construction Laborer is part of a 2-person mobile maintenance team responsible for hands-on property improvement work across a Midwest multifamily portfolio. This role supports both preventative and corrective maintenance with a strong focus on property appearance, curb appeal, and efficient execution of assigned tasks.

Technicians travel with the team between properties (including IL, WI, MI, and NE) and will work closely with the team lead.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Support daily field operations as part of a 2-person roaming maintenance crew
• Work in coordination with Supervisor to maximize efficiency and complete assigned scopes
• Execute hands-on maintenance and property improvement work, including:
• • Drywall patching, sanding, prep, and finishing support
• • Interior and exterior painting support
• • Carpentry support (rot, door repairs, fencing/deck repairs, cabinet installation, trim work assistance)
• • Landscaping, trimming, curb appeal projects, and seasonal cleanup
• • Unit turns (cleaning, paint touch-ups, basic repairs)
• • Trash-outs and unit cleanouts
• • Minor plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance repairs (based on skill level)
• • Flooring installation support (plank and similar materials)
• • Common area and exterior cleanup and improvement work
• Assist in completing full property work scopes efficiently, typically one site at a time
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas at all times
• Properly use and care for personal tools and company-provided equipment
• Follow direction from Supervisor and Area Maintenance Manager
• Support identification of maintenance and life-safety issues while on-site
• Contribute to minimizing vendor usage by assisting with in-house completion of work

Where you will work:

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

Travel Requirements:

Extensive travel throughout our Midwest portfolio, including up to 50% overnight travel

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.