Renovation Team Laborer

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Renovation Team Laborer to join our Construction/Renovation Team within our Project Management Department here at Fairlawn in Champaign, IL. The ideal candidate will embody Fairlawn's core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve.

The overall objectives for this role will be to assist with carpentry & remodeling duties across a wide range of property types, while providing top notch customer service. The ideal candidate will have superior attention to detail and the ability to assist with a wide range of construction activities.

What will you do?

• Exemplify the core values of Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It and Always Improve
• Assist with a variety of carpentry tasks ranging from framing, trim, & installing hardware, to window installations to full residence remodels
• Maintain a clean job site, move appliances, organize tools and maintain job trailer
• Run to stores, supply houses and lumberyards for tools and materials
• Unload trucks; store and stock materials
• Paint structures and woodwork, drywall and plaster, perform light masonry work
• Use hand and power tools while ensuring tools and equipment are maintained and repaired
• Participate in residence turnover including direct participation in turning units and renovation projects
• Directly handle a wide range of repairs including plumbing, appliances, electrical, roofing inspection/minor roof repairs
• Maintain good rapport with current and prospective residents
• Follow company policies regarding necessary approvals for any job-related expenditures
• Comply with all OSHA regulations and any applicable laws regarding health, safety, or environment
• Learn and comply with all Fair Housing rules (we provide training!)
• Pivot, roll up your sleeves, and jump in where needed!

Why should you work here?

• Competitive Pay. We are ready to invest in you!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Starting First Day of Employment - to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall wellbeing
• Employee sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.S.A. Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps and ensure that all your medical needs are met
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed
• Monthly company events to promote team cohesion
• Wellness Days to focus on being your best self. We want you to have time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you
• The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact
• Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issue solve and ensure you are set up for success. Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career

Requirements

Who you are - We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have at least one year of working in construction, trades, agriculture or like industry
• Have a High School diploma or GED
• Are proficient with relevant technology and can easily adapt to changing technology
• Are familiar with remodeling repairs including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roofing inspection/minor roof damage a plus but not required
• Have excellent verbal communication skills
• Have superior attention to detail, high energy, and positive attitude
• Can work independently and work closely with other team members
• Have the ability to work overtime as needed during high demand times and capacity shortages
• Have ethical and professional conduct and integrity beyond reproach
• Embody our core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve

Some additional things you will need:

• Valid driver's license and dependable vehicle
• Availability to work longer hours and weekends during prime leasing season and turnover
• Must be able to complete the physical functions of the position, including the ability to lift/move up to 50lbs

Physical Requirements:

• Routinely lifts, carries and moves materials weighing 75+ pounds
• Frequent changes into/out of personal protection equipment
• Exposure to air/water pollution, routinely lifts, carries and routinely lifts, carries and moves materials weighing 75 pounds
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
• Ascending or descending ladders, scaffolding, ropes, poles and the like requiring the use of both feet or legs and hands or arms
• Driving is the operation of a motorized passenger vehicle or other vehicles such as tractor trailers, buses, equipment (e.g. forklifts, golf carts, riding mowers
• Pulling, Pushing and Reaching overhead to move objects at work site in all direction including overhead

Fairlawn Real Estate is a fast-growing real estate firm managing approximately 5,000 units throughout Central Illinois and Indianapolis. Our company uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run and help grow our business - the tools from EOS contribute to finding the right people and putting them in the right roles, effectively solving issues as they arise and building a culture of accountability. In short it gets everyone on the same page and working toward the same goals. If you have an ownership mindset and take pride in all the details, joining our team may be perfect for you!

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