Lead Drywall Technician & Crew Leader - Company Van

Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Healthcare

Company Van

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Job summary

Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair is expanding in the Chicago metro and seeks an experienced Lead Drywall Technician to oversee field operations and guide our crew. You will lead on-site, perform installation, repair, and finishing work, mentor teammates, ensure safety and quality, and maintain strong communication with customers and office staff.

This role requires hands-on drywall finishing with 3+ years, knowledge of materials and tools, a valid Illinois driver's license, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on drywall finishing experience.
• Strong knowledge of drywall materials, tools, and installation methods.
• Valid driver's license and legal authorization to operate in Illinois.
• Fluent in reading and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor crew members on job sites
• Perform drywall installation, repair, and finishing jobs as assigned
• Troubleshoot issues and provide solutions
• Assist in training junior technicians on proper techniques and safety
• Ensure quality workmanship and project timelines meet customer needs and follow company standards
• Communicate with customers and office staff in a timely manner
• Must be able to safely operate company-owned commercial vans and transport tools, materials, and equipment
• Manage materials and tools inventory
• Additional tasks as assigned

Skills

Drywall finishing

Team leadership

English proficiency

Tools

Drywall tools

Power tools

Job description

Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair is expanding in the Chicago metro and seeks an experienced Lead Drywall Technician to oversee field operations and guide our crew. You will lead on-site, perform installation, repair, and finishing work, mentor teammates, ensure safety and quality, and maintain strong communication with customers and office staff.

This role requires hands-on drywall finishing with 3+ years, knowledge of materials and tools, a valid Illinois driver's license, and fluent English.