Construction Crew Leader - 2024-25

Habitat for Humanity International; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a unique opportunity for a full-time AmeriCorps service position as a Construction Crew Leader. This role allows you to make a significant impact in the community while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in construction and volunteer management. You'll lead diverse groups of volunteers in building and repairing homes, ensuring a safe and productive work environment. With a focus on energy-efficient building techniques, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that enhance the lives of families in need. This position not only builds homes but also builds your skills and future career prospects in the nonprofit sector.

Benefits

Living allowance of $18,700

Segal Education Award of $7,395

Health care benefits

Free housing

Annual AmeriCorps retreat

Work vehicle and boot stipend

Child care benefits

Worker's compensation insurance

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, 18+, with a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in teamwork and strong interpersonal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead volunteers in construction activities while ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Assist with various construction tasks including framing, roofing, and landscaping.

Skills

Volunteer Management

Construction Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Description

Construction Crew Leader

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands-on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?

The construction crew leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. Lead groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers and homeowner families in construction activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus developing and enhancing your volunteer management and construction skills.

• Typically serve Tuesday – Saturday on the build site.
• Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
• Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair and weatherization projects.
• Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
• Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer education and site monitoring.

This position will focus on home construction aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?

• Organization name: Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region
• Nearest metropolitan area: Charlotte, NC
• Full-time staff: 250
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 20
• Number of homes to be built: 70
• Activities and attractions: Our offices and AmeriCorps apartments are less than 15 minutes away from uptown Charlotte, a three-hour drive from the beaches of North and South Carolina, and a two-hour drive from the Blue Ridge Mountains. Charlotte offers a wide range of entertainment options including many museums, parks, and restaurants. The city is home to several professional sports teams, including the NFL's Carolina Panthers and the NBA's Charlotte Hornets. Additionally, Charlotte hosts a variety of cultural events and festivals throughout the year.
• Unique projects: Construction crew leaders will learn energy-efficient building techniques as each of our builds are Energy Star certified. Our AmeriCorps members serving in construction will be able to see the completion of our Meadows at Plato Price neighborhood; a 39-home development started in January 2023. Additionally, our affiliate is breaking ground in a new 28-home neighborhood later this year, and the AmeriCorps members will be able to help that community grow.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $18,700 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service (lifetime maximum of two full education awards).
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Supplemental Benefits

• Free housing
• Whitewater Center annual pass
• $100 Habitat ReStore gift card
• Annual AmeriCorps retreat
• Work vehicle and boot stipend (for construction members)

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.

Auto req ID: 9547BR

Position Category: Volunteer Opportunity

Position Type: AmeriCorps

Geographic Location: North America

Location: Charlotte, NC