Construction Helper

Company Overview

Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West is a non-profit organization dedicated to putting God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Our mission focuses on creating affordable housing solutions through volunteer efforts and community engagement.

Job Description:

The Construction Helper is an integral part of our organization. This position will have daily contact with volunteers and Habitat homebuyers working on our construction sites. As such, the ideal candidate will be friendly, patient, and a positive ambassador of our affiliate.

Job Type: This is a full-time, 40/hour per week position with minimal overtime. The normal days and hours for this position are Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30am - 4:00pm.

NOTE: Applications without resumes will not be accepted.

Job Duties:

• Shadow and work alongside Site Supervisors to build new HFHSTW homes as per house plans, specifications and quality requirements
• Expand construction skills by accepting and applying guidance and training by Site Supervisors and Construction Director.
• Maintain a positive and engaging attitude to help promote a work site environment that contributes to a successful experience for volunteers and partner family members that encourages them to return and to serve as good ambassadors for HFHSTW
• As experience allows, assist with training all volunteers and family partner members on construction techniques and HFHSTW safety standards each day they are on the worksite
• Assist with home repair/rehab/warranty projects, as necessary, including scheduling and supervising subcontractors to ensure a quality work product
• Constantly evaluate work site safety to ensure safe work practices and re-train if necessary
• Use responsibly and maintain all tools, equipment and vehicles
• Additional duties as assigned

Required education:

• High school or equivalent

Preferred experience:

• Construction: 1 year

Required Qualifications

• Commitment to and willingness to advocate for Habitat’s mission
• A commitment to HFHSTW’s Strategic Plan
• Respect, promote and safeguard the rights and dignities of all people, without discrimination or bullying of any kind
• Professional construction appearance – maintain clothing free of holes, stains, etc.
• Capacity to develop and maintain successful and productive relationships with partner families, volunteers, Board of Directors, vendors, and co-workers
• Ability to treat all individuals with the respect, courtesy and dignity that reflects the mission of HFHSTW
• Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills
• Willingness & patience to work with unskilled volunteers
• Ability to excel within in a team environment
• Ability to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate and exchange information
• Ability to routinely lift and/or move up to 50lbs – unassisted
• Ability to routinely lift over 50lbs with assistance
• Ability to bend for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to crawl for extended periods of time
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach & pull
• Ability to use fingers to type, grab & manipulate
• Ability to climb
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Ability to work at levels over 6’ high for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in small or confined spaces
• Good eye to hand coordination
• Good sense of balance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work the required schedule of Tuesday through Saturday?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $16 - $18