Construction Crew Leader (AmeriCorps Service Member)

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity • Bend, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

AmeriCorps is the nation's premier service program, connecting people with nonprofit organizations and community partners across the country to address critical community needs. Members serve full-time for a defined term while gaining professional experience, leadership skills, and education benefits. As an AmeriCorps member serving with Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, you'll help us build more affordable homeownership opportunities while developing valuable skills in construction, volunteer leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. Since 1989, Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity has partnered with more than 250 households in Central Oregon through affordable homeownership. We build and sell homes in partnership with local families, creating opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and our community.

Requirements

• No previous construction experience is required, although construction experience is a plus.
• Members serving a full-time 1,700-hour term receive a living allowance of $20,400 over approximately 10.5 months.
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: $7,395 upon successful completion of service, which can be used toward qualified student loans or future education.
• Possible student loan forbearance for qualified federal loans.
• Health coverage (if eligible).
• Access to a nationwide network of Employers of National Service.
• Valuable leadership, construction, and nonprofit experience.
• Housing assistance is available. Depending on individual needs, members may receive either shared housing or a housing stipend.
• Full-time schedule, approximately 10.5 months (1,700 service hours).
• Must be able to work Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday, depending on the job site.
• Must be looking for meaningful, hands-on work.
• Must enjoy working outdoors.
• Must like collaborating with volunteers and community members.
• Must be eager to learn construction and leadership skills.
• Must believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a brighter future through affordable homeownership.

Nice To Haves

• Construction experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with residential construction from site preparation through finish work.
• Learn sustainable, net-zero-ready building practices.
• Lead and support volunteers on active construction sites.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Provide volunteer orientations and safety briefings.
• Organize tools, materials, and job sites.
• Support community events, volunteer recruitment, and Habitat outreach.
• Grow as a leader while serving your community.

Benefits

• Living allowance: $20,400 over approximately 10.5 months
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: $7,395 upon successful completion of service, which can be used toward qualified student loans or future education
• Possible student loan forbearance for qualified federal loans
• Health coverage (if eligible)
• Access to a nationwide network of Employers of National Service
• Valuable leadership, construction, and nonprofit experience
• Housing assistance is available. Depending on individual needs, members may receive either shared housing or a housing stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed