What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Crew Leader - 2023-24 position at Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley?
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 Nationalmembers 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 skills 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 Mahoning Valley
- Nearest metropolitan area: Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time staff: 5
- Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 2
- Number of homes to be built: 1
- Number of homes to be repaired: 2
- Activities and attractions: The Mahoning Valley is situated between Cleveland and Pittsburgh - providing great access to two major cities with only an hour commute! The Youngstown area is home to the second largest metro park this side of the Mississippi - Mill Creek Metroparks, which provides amazing outdoor recreation. The Valley encompasses food, entertainment, and culture in a small-town atmosphere.
- Unique projects: Our organization is in the process of rebuilding, growing, and working on restructuring our construction processes. We have absorbed two neighboring counties and are working on expanding our capacity to service our now extended network.
Benefits of AmeriCorps service
- Living allowance of $17,600 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
- Segal Education Awardof $6,895, upon successful completion of service.
- 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 carebenefits, if you qualify.
- Worker’s compensation insurance.
Supplemental Benefits
- Free housing
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.
Location:
Youngstown, OH
APPLY HERE: https://www.habitat.org/about/careers/americorps/construction-crew-leader-2023-24-8771br
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- No experience needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Youngstown, OH 44502: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person