New Home Construction Associate

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is seeking a Construction Assistant to work with the New Home Construction Supervisor in guiding volunteers on assigned sites. You will participate in practical construction tasks across framing, insulation, drywall, roofing, and landscaping, while ensuring a safe, organized work environment.

The role emphasizes coordinating volunteers, maintaining site safety, and managing materials.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and values of AAHH.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two+ years’ experience in residential construction or one year full-time staff or stipend volunteer experience with Habitat for Humanity’s construction programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervising volunteers on assigned jobs and coordinating with the Construction Supervisor.
• Help with hands-on construction tasks (demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, etc.).
• Promote positive experiences for volunteers and AmeriCorps members on sites.
• Maintain site safety following AAHH safety policy and guidelines.
• Manage materials and equipment, ensure proper storage and security.
• Assist in completing final walk-through and closing punch lists for houses.

Skills

Commitment to mission

Interpersonal skills

Volunteer supervision

Leadership

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

HFHI Competent Person Certification

Job description

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s DEI Commitment affirms housing as a human right and homeownership as a foundation for generational wealth and social mobility. We also acknowledge that “bringing people together” is central to our mission. People with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are critical to our success. Join our team and help us further our mission of building homes, communities, and hope.

Pay: $21.28

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Working in conjunction with the New Home Construction Supervisor, help assist in managing volunteers on assigned jobs
2. Assist with hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
3. Help ensure positive experiences for volunteers and AmeriCorps members while on the work sites.
4. Help to maintain site safety by following safety practices and guidelines.
5. Help with materials management on site and at the affiliate warehouse.
6. Assist in keeping home warranty requests on schedule
7. Set-up and break-down group project sites.
8. Participate in regularly scheduled Team meetings.
9. Assure that all work performed on Habitat construction site(s) is done in accordance with the AAHH Safety Policy
10. Help assure that proper and sufficient materials and equipment are available for each day’s work.
11. Assist in the proper control, maintenance, storage, and security of all materials, tools, and equipment.
12. Assist in keeping a clean and orderly jobsite appearance.
13. Assist in completing the final walk-through checklist and closing punch list for assigned houses.
14. Participate in required department or affiliate-wide meetings, events, professional development, training, and process improvement.
15. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to the mission and values of AAHH
• High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Two or more years’ experience in residential construction or one year full-time staff or stipend volunteer experience with Habitat for Humanity’s construction programs.
• Previous experience teaching or supervising volunteers or students preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Effective interpersonal skills with a variety of people, personalities and backgrounds
• Able to give specific oral and written instruction and direction to individuals and groups
• Able to lead, manage, supervise and motivate individuals and teams of volunteers
• Able to plan, schedule, prioritize, coordinate, delegate and manage multiple activities
• Able to analyze circumstances, make routine decisions, problem solve, and give direction regarding problem resolution
• Possess sufficient knowledge of residential construction to determine needed materials, and schedule, coordinate and participate in construction activities including a working knowledge of residential building codes
• Able to use hand and power tools needed to complete residential construction tasks and instruct others on their effective and safe use
• Able to read and interpret standard residential construction blueprints and specifications
• Possess basic mathematical aptitude to calculate building measurements, quantities, etc.
• Certified in first aid and CPR (or able to be certified within three months of hiring).
• HFHI Competent Person Certification (or able to be certified within 12 months of hiring)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The majority of the work is done outside on a construction work site. Daily exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from construction materials will occur. Must be able to:

• Stand or walk for the majority of a work day, including working on uneven surfaces
• Apply extensive physical mobility, including reaching, lifting, holding, pushing and pulling, carrying, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, crawling, kneeling, arm and leg extension
• Regularly lift 10 - 35 pounds: Occasionally 75 pounds or more
• See and judge distances and space relationships
• Independently operate motor vehicles

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Living Wage Certified, Family Forward Certified, Breastfeeding Friendly Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to providing a safe workspace for all staff and volunteers. All candidates who have received an offer of employment will undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances, a sex offender screening, and criminal background check. Criminal background is reviewed on a case-by-case basis considering the severity, timeframe of the offense, and applicability to the responsibilities of the open position. If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application, please email [e-mail].