Critical Home Repair Construction Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location: 3816 Latrobe Drive Office - Charlotte, NC 28211Position Type: Full-time, Non-ExemptJob Shift: Monday through FridayJob Category: Construction 

Mission-Driven Career Opportunity

One of the leading affordable housing nonprofits in the area, Habitat Charlotte Region partners with hundreds of families each year through affordable homeownership, home preservation and financial literacy training. As a Critical Home Repair Construction Assistant, you'll play an integral role in our vision of a world where everyone has a safe and affordable place to live.

 

Why Join Habitat?


Competitive salary and benefits
Industry-leading healthcare, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Work/life balance supported by generous PTO
Career development and promotion opportunities
Casual working environment
Retirement planning a 403(b) with 3% organizational match


 

Basic Function:

Preserve homes for families in need of a decent place to live! Perform and manage others in the performance of tasks directly related to repairing homes, while upholding the standards of partnership, quality, safety, and team participation.

 

Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned):


Members will assist in the preservation of homes by repairing houses through the Habitat Charlotte Home Repair Program which repairs owner occupied homes
Assist in the execution of all aspects of repairing a house from demolition to final inspections and punch list
Relate to volunteers and homeowners as a friend, mentor and trainer, patiently instructing and encouraging others in tasks and participation
Promote partnership among all participants in the Habitat program, giving special attention to the needs and concerns of homeowners; and enhancing communication between staff, volunteers, and homeowners
Perform tasks that are team priorities
Assist in planning for each service day to insure that all necessary resources -- material and human -- are available to complete the task list
Follow Habitat Charlottes method of building using the Habitat Charlotte Approved Methods Construction Manual
Maintain Habitat equipment, as assigned
Complete tasks on time
Interest, willingness and ability to serve beside all types of people with-in a commitment to the Habitat program
Be an effective team member, communicating openly and maintaining respect for others. Foster good relationships with staff, volunteers, homeowners, inspectors and sub-contractors. Remain Flexible.
Ability to and interest in acquiring and maintaining a knowledge of building standards and methods
Organize and follow through with tasks and responsibilities. Show initiative and willingness to learn.
Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude when interacting with employees, homeowners, volunteers and the public
Regular and reliable job attendance
Ability to adhere to the schedule
Represent Habitat in a positive, professional manner
Ability to adhere to Habitats Code of Conduct policies and other policies
Must have dependable transportation to work
A valid drivers license with a clean driving record required
Habitat Charlotte Region related tasks as requested by supervisor


 
Qualifications 

Physical Requirements:


Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding, ability to work and maneuver on roofs and high spaces
Ability to work in tight confines and within crawlspaces, wearing a respirator as needed
Ability to maneuver over uneven ground
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted
Ability to stand most or all of any given day.
Ability to work outside for extended periods of time during all months of the year.


Internal Interactions:


Construction staff and other Habitat staff as needed


External Interactions:


Habitat Volunteers and Donors
Habitat Homeowners


Level of Authority:


Responsible for execution of specific construction tasks and projects as assigned
Does not have direct reports


Estimated Time Commitment: 40 hours/week; Monday - Friday, approximately 7:00am-4:00pm, with exact starting times depending on the time of year, the weather, and the construction schedule.

 

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen and clean background check is required.