Repairs Supervisor

Habitat for Humanity of Orange County NC•Chapel Hill, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Repairs Supervisor manages day-to-day Repairs sites and plans and completes repair tasks, demonstrating consistent progress on assigned scopes of work. The position is responsible for keeping projects on schedule and producing high-quality work that meets building code and program standards. The Repairs Supervisor reports to the Repairs Manager and works closely with the Repairs Manager to plan and execute repair projects. Repairs are performed by Repairs staff, volunteers, and/or paid contractors, and the Supervisor interacts with volunteers, Habitat partner families, inspectors, and subcontractors. This is a full-time, non-exempt position of 40 hours per week. The normal weekly schedule is Monday through Friday, with the ability to work some weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated competency using construction power and hand tools.
Demonstrated understanding of renovation and repair work and familiarity with code requirements.
Demonstrated basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
Desire to advance trades knowledge and skills.
Ability and willingness to relay information to homeowners and subcontractors when needed.
Ability to perform intermediate/advanced construction math calculations.
Ability and willingness to lead volunteers if needed.
Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
Ability and willingness to work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs, and in attics and crawl spaces.
Ability and willingness to operate construction vehicles.
Ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced work environment.
Current and valid North Carolina driver's license.
Ability to traverse a residential construction job site, including climbing, lifting, and carrying up to 80 lbs.
Ability to safely use residential construction power tools.
Ability to safely operate a construction vehicle such as a pickup truck.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute on-site construction activities with assistance from Repairs Apprentice and/or AmeriCorps crew members.
Communicate the daily work plan and delegate specific tasks to Repairs Apprentice/AmeriCorps crew members.
Regularly communicate site updates to the Repairs Manager.
Train and supervise Repairs Apprentice/AmeriCorps crew members at assigned work sites.
Work with the Repairs Manager and Repairs Coordinator to complete projects on budget, on time, and to a high standard of quality.
Communicate and coordinate with subcontractors and building inspectors on site when needed.
Oversee Repairs work sites by opening and closing sites, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and preparing tools and materials for the day's work.
Oversee maintenance of work sites, vehicles, tools, workshop, and program organizational systems.
Prepare take-offs, collect materials, and coordinate with the Repairs Coordinator as needed to order materials and schedule deliveries.
Cultivate positive relationships with homeowners and team members.