Construction Crew Leader - 2025-26

Habitat AmeriCorps; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to building sustainable communities as a Construction Crew Leader. This full-time AmeriCorps position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in construction while making a significant impact on the lives of families in need. You will lead teams of volunteers in various construction activities, from site preparation to finishing touches, all while ensuring safety and efficiency. With a focus on community service and personal development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a difference while enhancing their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Living allowance

Segal Education Award

Health care benefits

Personal and medical leave

Child care benefits

Housing stipend

Boot allowance

Qualifications

• Passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in affordable housing.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of volunteers in construction tasks.
• Maintain site safety and adhere to construction policies.

Skills

Construction Management

Volunteer Management

Interpersonal Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job 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 a real 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 East Bay/Silicon Valley
• Nearest metropolitan area: Oakland, CA
• Full-time staff: 83
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 5
• Number of homes to be built: 23
• Activities and attractions: Our affiliate is in California's Bay Area, known for its beautiful weather, scenic redwood parks, and close proximity to beaches and lakes. Just across the Bay from San Francisco, we enjoy the best of both nature and city life. The region is also celebrated for its rich cultural diversity and inclusive community, where differences are welcomed and embraced.
• Unique projects: AmeriCorps Crew leaders will be working to finish a 10-unit development in the City of Hayward. We aim to complete this 10-unit project by late summer 2026. Members will also be working to complete the final 19 units at Esperanza Place, in the city of Walnut Creek. This is part of a larger 42-unit development that was stalled due to funding. With rents increasing by 25% since 2000, 64% of Walnut Creek residents are rent-burdened. Low- and moderate-income families cannot meet the minimum income to qualify for purchase, let alone save for a down payment. Esperanza Place is a model for high-density, transit-oriented, sustainable communities. It is a unique opportunity for Habitat to address a critical housing need with a holistic approach. One-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom townhomes will surround a central community space for neighbors to gather and children to play-maximizing families served with a community that fits seamlessly into the surrounding neighborhood. Esperanza Place will be a connected community, giving homeowners quick access to BART, the Contra Costa Centre Transit Village, and the Iron Horse Trail and, by extension, the city and the greater Bay Area.

When will you serve?

Start dates are flexible and based on this location's availability. Talk to the hiring manager for this position about start dates during your interview process. The start date will be 4-6 weeks from receiving an offer and no earlier than August 2025.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $20,400 for approximately 10 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

• Housing stipend paid directly to your landlord ($1500-$1800 per month)
• Boot allowance

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?

Our ideal candidates:

• 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.