Americorps Construction Crew Leader - Service

Habitat For Humanity Of The • BALTIMORE, MD, US, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The construction crew leader plays an integral part in building homes. They lead groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers and homeowners in construction activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus developing, and enhancing their volunteer management and construction skills.

Requirements

• AmeriCorps members must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
• AmeriCorps members must be at least 18 or older.
• AmeriCorps members must have a high school diploma or GED.
• AmeriCorps members may have recurring access to vulnerable populations and must satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and willingness to promote the mission and activities of Habitat for Humanity International and AmeriCorps.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with volunteers, instructing individuals, or facilitating groups.
• Experience working as a member of a team.
• A current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• The ability to drive large pickup trucks (or willingness to learn).

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
• Projects will include new construction and rehabilitation.
• Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
• Welcome groups of volunteers on site by providing organization history and impact, homeowner services information, safety overview and task outlines.
• Learn and use the volunteer management system to confirm volunteers have completed the proper steps to volunteer on site and check them in with the proper hours approved.
• Support the construction team’s efforts to maintain an organized and safe warehouse by following best practices and scheduled warehouse days.
• Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer instruction and site monitoring.

Benefits

• Full-time living allowance $20,400 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Part-time living allowance $10,800 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Full-time living allowance $10,800 for approximately six months of service.
• Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.
• Possible forbearance or deferment of qualified student loans.
• Childcare benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED