Construction Crew Leader AmeriCorps with Beaches Habitat for Humanity

Build Affordable Homes in Atlantic Beach Florida

Help strengthen communities through a year of service with Habitat AmeriCorps; and get paid to help build sustainable solutions in the community, gain valuable hands-on experiences and prepare for your future.

AmeriCorps is a network of national service programs that take different approaches to improving lives and fostering civic engagement. Full time AmeriCorps service positions offers a great opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset. This hands-on experience provides you with an opportunity to learn and develop new skills and confidence while serving a critical role in helping Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build a better future for themselves and their families.

Position Description: The construction crew leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. They lead and work directly with groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers, homeowners, and crew members; to complete all home construction activities and maintenance projects. The Crew Leader is responsible for the crew's overall work performance and safety during a project, which can help further develop and enhance their volunteer management and construction skills.

Core Responsibilities:

• Report to Construction Director

• 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/ Work may include new construction, rehabilitation, and home repair 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 instruction, and site monitoring.

Experience, knowledge and skills:

Minimum Requirements

• AmeriCorps members must be U.S. citizens, national or lawful permanent residents.
• AmeriCorps members must be at least 18 or older.
• AmeriCorps members must have a high school diploma or GED.
• AmeriCorps members may have recurring access to vulnerable populations and must satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria.
• Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Personal vehicle for service-related activities 

Shift Information:

·        Tuesday – Thursday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM

·         Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

·        Saturday, 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM with occasional evenings, Sundays or Mondays

Benefits Included:

·        Housing Benefits

·        Living allowance of $17,000 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.

·        Segal Education Award of $6,495 upon successful completion of service.

·        Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.

·        Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.

·        Possible loan forbearance or deferment of qualified student loans.

·        Child care benefits, if you qualify.

·        Worker’s compensation insurance.