AmeriCorps Construction Apprentice

AmeriCorps Construction Apprentice

About SailFuture

SailFuture is a nonprofit organization in St. Petersburg, Florida, dedicated to helping youth who have experienced significant life challenges build meaningful, independent futures.

Through residential foster care, a private high school, workforce development, international sailing expeditions, and social enterprises, we provide young people with the relationships, education, and opportunities they need to achieve economic freedom.

Our Construction Team plays a critical role in that mission. Every renovation and new construction project helps expand safe housing for disadvantaged youth while generating revenue that directly supports scholarships and tuition assistance for students at SailFuture Academy.

AmeriCorps Construction Apprentice

The AmeriCorps Construction Apprentice is a hands-on service position for individuals who want to learn the skilled trades while making a tangible impact in their community.

Working alongside experienced construction professionals, apprentices participate in residential renovations, new construction, property improvements, and maintenance projects that directly support SailFuture's mission. Every project contributes to creating safe, high-quality housing for vulnerable youth or helps generate revenue that is reinvested into educational opportunities for students.

This position is ideal for someone eager to develop practical construction skills, work hard outdoors and indoors, and gain experience across multiple trades while serving a purpose greater than themselves.

What You'll Learn

Throughout your AmeriCorps service, you'll gain practical experience in:

• Residential framing and carpentry

• Drywall installation and finishing

• Painting and exterior finishes

• Flooring installation

• Trim and finish carpentry

• Basic plumbing and electrical assistance

• Demolition and site preparation

• Roofing and weatherproofing

• Tool operation and maintenance

• Construction safety and OSHA best practices

• Blueprint reading and project planning

• Professional jobsite communication

• Time management and teamwork

• Problem solving and quality craftsmanship

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with residential renovation and new construction projects.

• Perform demolition, framing, carpentry, painting, flooring, drywall, and finish work under supervision.

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.

• Operate and maintain construction tools and equipment safely.

• Load, unload, and transport materials and supplies.

• Follow project plans, schedules, and quality standards.

• Learn multiple construction trades through hands-on experience.

• Work collaboratively with staff, contractors, volunteers, and fellow AmeriCorps members.

• Represent SailFuture professionally while working in homes and community projects.

• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

AmeriCorps Eligibility Requirements

• Be a United States citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident

• Be at least 17 years of age at the start of service

• Have a high school diploma or its equivalent

• Not have exceeded the maximum allowable AmeriCorps service terms

• Not be listed on any state or national sex offender registry

• Not have been convicted of murder, as defined in 18 U.S.C. §1111