Habitat AmeriCorps Construction Crew Leader

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to building homes and strengthening communities. As a construction crew leader with Habitat AmeriCorps, you will lead volunteers and families in construction activities, gaining valuable experience while making a real difference. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your leadership and management skills while contributing to a mission that has helped millions achieve better housing. With program benefits that include health coverage and an education award, this role is perfect for those looking to serve their community and develop professionally. Start your journey of service and impact today!

Benefits

Health Coverage

Living Allowance

Training

Childcare assistance

Education award

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 18 years or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction activities with volunteers and homeowner families.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

Skills

Team Work

Communications

General Skills

Public Speaking

Leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Habitat for Humanity's vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. We believe affordable housing plays a critical role in strong, stable communities. Since our founding in 1976, Habitat has helped more than 29 million people build or improve the place they call home. In fiscal year 2019, Habitat helped more than 7 million people, and an additional 2.3 million gained the potential to improve their housing conditions through training and advocacy. In addition, more than 1.4 million volunteers helped build, advocate, and raise awareness about the global need for shelter. For one year, you can get paid to help build sustainable solutions in the community, gain valuable hands-on experience, and prepare for your future. With Habitat AmeriCorps, you can serve in your community or in several locations throughout the United States. Serve on an active build site or at a local Habitat office assisting homeowner families, volunteers, and staff members. Help strengthen communities through a year of service with Habitat AmeriCorps.

Member Duties: 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.

Program Benefits: Health Coverage, Living Allowance, Training, Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service.

Terms:
Permits attendance at school during off hours, Car recommended, Permits working at another job during off hours.

Service Areas:
Housing, Neighborhood Revitalization, Community Outreach.

Skills:
Team Work, Communications, General Skills, Public Speaking, Leadership.

Program Start/End Date: 01/02/2025 - 02/11/2026

Work Schedule: Full Time

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18, Maximum: None

Program Locations: PENNSYLVANIA, WASHINGTON, LOUISIANA, SOUTH CAROLINA, MONTANA, OKLAHOMA, MASSACHUSETTS, COLORADO, UTAH, FLORIDA, VERMONT, OHIO, WISCONSIN, VIRGINIA, ARIZONA, NORTH CAROLINA, CALIFORNIA, TEXAS, MISSOURI, NEW YORK, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, HAWAII, ILLINOIS, KANSAS, San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose, Washington/Baltimore, New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY), Seattle/Tacoma/Bremerton, Los Angeles/Orange County, Chicago, Boston, Cleveland/Akron, Phoenix/Mesa.