- Supervises and coordinates all aspects of construction on assigned houses.
- Trains and supervises all on-site volunteers, AmeriCorps members, and volunteer site supervisors in construction practices, safety, and adherence to Habitat’s guidelines and policies. Large group supervision is required weekly.
- Ensures a positive volunteer experience and increase the retention rate of volunteers.
- Has construction knowledge and experience involving all aspects (carpentry, foundations, siding, roofing, skilled trades, finishing, painting, landscaping, etc.) of residential construction both rehabilitation and new construction.
- Is effective in management of people, time, and resources, within large groups.
- Uses critical thinking and troubleshooting.
- Has excellent oral, written, and illustrative communication skills.
- Possesses an awareness of social/community issues (e.g. poverty, affordable housing, community service, urban development etc.)
- Has diversity training/experience. Working in an environment with people of varying ethnicities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Provides safety/First Aid training for emergencies on-site.
- Ability to create, sustain, and grow relationships with Habitat homeowners.
- High school graduate or GED; Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Two or more years of experience in the residential construction industry directly related to house construction.
- Experience in leading and supervising unskilled volunteers is a must.
- Reports to Construction Manager.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Sep 26 2018
Active Until:
Oct 26 2018
Hiring Organization:
Habitat for Humanity International
industry:
Nonprofit