Construction Assistant

Hanover and King William Habitat for Humanity; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Tools provided

Job summary

Hanover and King William Habitat for Humanity in Virginia is seeking a part-time residential construction support role. The assistant will work with the Construction Manager on day-to-day tasks of building affordable homes.

The role focuses on planning, materials management, supervising volunteers, inspections, and coordinating with homeowners and staff to ensure quality and timely progress.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders and perform general construction tasks.
• High School education preferred; residential construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan for construction of Habitat homes and ensure material readiness.
• Manage materials, tools, inventory, and equipment on site.
• Supervise volunteers and subcontractors; teach tasks to volunteers.
• Schedule inspections and coordinate permits with local authorities.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and liaise with directors as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Physical strength

Ladder safety

Construction knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Summary: This position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to step into a part-time residential construction support role. The assistant will work directly with the Construction Manager on day-to day tasks of the construction of affordable homes as Habitat works towards their vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Responsibilities:

Planning for Construction for Habitat Homes

• Ensure that Habitat has the necessary tools and materials for construction
• Help obtain certificates of insurance from all contractors
• Assist homebuyer with materials selection as needed
• Complete tasks as needed, including last-minute supply runs

Management of Materials & Tools

• Maintain inventory & check quality of materials delivered to site and return rejects
• Pick-up and appropriately store all tools and materials from site at end of project
• Lock and secure job site

Supervise Volunteers and Sub-Contractors

• Coordinate the work of volunteers and sub-contractors
• Teach volunteers how to complete the necessary tasks
• Involve the future homebuyers in the construction process, work with regular volunteers
• Assure that all work done is high quality and completed in a timely manner

Inspections

• Call and schedule appropriate inspections, be present for inspections as needed
• Communicate with local government to complete permitting
• Ensure that all punch list items are completed correctly and in a timely manner
• Train new homebuyers on routine home maintenance

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend weekly staff meetings on behalf of construction staff as needed
• Act as liaison between construction, Director of Family Services and Director of Community Engagement as needed

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders
• Must be able to perform the normal scope of construction work
• High School education preferred
• Some experience in residential construction preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Schedule & Pay:

This is an hourly position, part-time. The schedule is generally Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, not to exceed 24 hours a week. Pay commensurate with experience, expected range of $18-23 per hour.

EOE

• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Tools provided

Work Location:

In person, with current projects in Doswell, Beaverdam, and Mechanicsville. Mist be able to commute to any part of Hanover & King William Counties.