Repairs Supervisor

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

7d • $26 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Repairs Supervisor manages day-to-day operations at Repairs sites, plans and completes repair tasks, and demonstrates steady progress on assigned scopes of work. The role is responsible for keeping projects on schedule and ensuring work meets building code and program standards. The supervisor reports to the Repairs Manager and works closely with the Repairs Manager in planning and executing repair projects. Repairs are performed by 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 scheduled for 40 hours per week, normally Monday through Friday, with the ability to work some weekends. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. The employer is an equal opportunity and at-will employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competency using construction power and hand tools.
• Understanding of renovation and repair work and familiarity with code requirements.
• 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 or advanced construction math calculations.
• Ability and willingness to lead volunteers when 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 residential construction sites, including climbing, lifting, and carrying up to 80 pounds.
• 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 the assistance of Repairs Apprentices and/or AmeriCorps crew members.
• Communicate the daily work plan, delegate tasks to crew members, and regularly provide site updates to the Repairs Manager.
• Train and supervise Repairs Apprentices and/or 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.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and building inspectors on site when needed.
• Open and close work sites, maintain clean and safe conditions, and prepare tools and materials for the day's work.
• Oversee maintenance of work sites, vehicles, tools, the workshop, and program organizational systems.
• Prepare take-offs, collect materials, and coordinate with the Repairs Coordinator to order materials and schedule deliveries.
• Cultivate positive relationships with homeowners and team members.

What This Job Offers

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