Construction & Volunteer Engagement Associate

Habitat for Humanity•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a field-based construction position responsible for assisting the agency Construction Staff/Volunteer Engagement Manager (CVM) in the successful completion of all agency construction activities including the construction of homes. This job requires working with the other construction team members to ensure the construction site is orderly, safe, organized, and always represents Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville (HFHGN) in a positive manner. Assists the CVM with all volunteer build day activities, the planning and coordination of all activities leading up to and during volunteer build days. This role remains hands on construction during non-volunteer season and is responsible for helping the agency deliver completed homes. This is an in-person, hands-on position that reports Monday – Friday partial year, and Wednesday – Sunday partial year, based on seasonality of the agency.

Requirements

Previous construction experience is required (2+ years)
Solid construction and communication skills, and the ability to lead volunteers
Have & maintain a working knowledge of building codes and inspection requirements
Capable of cultivating positive relationships with key stakeholders
Good work and business ethics
Be a proven self-starter with the ability to work independently, in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Individual must be organized and capable of effective task follow-up
High school degree required
Must have the ability and desire to work respectfully with people of all cultures, languages, national origins, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, classes, immigration statuses, sexual orientations, gender identity and expressions, ages, mental or physical abilities, and other diversity factors
Must conduct all activities in accordance with Habitat principles
40 hours per week. Seasonal over-time expected.
Must be available to work Saturdays and Sundays during the defined build seasons.
Satisfactory attendance is required.

Responsibilities

Hands on construction position, leading, assisting, and instructing volunteers on building homes the “Habitat Way”
Carry out basic construction functions, including, but not limited to: carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
Ability to lead volunteers in effectively performing various residential construction tasks
Strong and effective communication skills, with an ability to lead and train volunteers with variable construction skill levels; and have the ability to speak publicly on construction site
Maintains a good working knowledge of residential construction trades, tools and methods including but not limited to: carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
Holds a fiduciary duty towards agency Cost, Time, Quality, Engagement, and Experience
Strong scheduling, organizational, and reporting skills
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and construction equipment
Understands and upholds building codes, and practices applicable requisite agency compliance with same
Assists year-round with all construction activities for the agency in the completion of homes, and various other projects, in conjunction with the broader construction team
Ability to work at multiple job site locations, as assigned
Must have a clean driving record for insurance purposes
Regular and reliable attendance required
Other duties as assigned
Carry out basic construction functions, including, but not limited to: carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
Maintains a clear working knowledge of residential construction trades, plus tools and methods for effective building practices across all residential building aspects including but not limited to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
Possess strong scheduling, organizational and reporting skills
Must have a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record for insurance purposes
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and construction equipment