Assistant Site Supervisor, Construction

Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston • Full-time • Boston, Massachusetts, United States • $24 - $30 / hour • 2m ago

Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston is currently seeking new team members with experience in residential construction and a willingness to teach hands-on skills to volunteers from the community. Through our organization, you will be a significant part of the mission to provide affordable homeownership for low-income families, all while expanding your build site knowledge.

Pay Range: $24 - $30 per hour, dependent on skills & experience

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30am - 3:30pm (occasional overtime)

Work Site: In-person at one or more sites within the Habitat Boston service area

Overview:

As an Assistant Site Supervisor, you will have a critical role in both construction tasks and leading volunteer groups. While the presence of volunteers at Habitat Boston build sites does make things run a little differently, these are still active construction sites. As such you need to be able to work both indoors and outdoors (in all weather conditions), move around on rough or uneven terrain, utilize ladders and scaffolding of up to 2-stories, use all required tools safely, and lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis. Key responsibilities include the following:

Guide groups of volunteers through hands-on construction tasks
Create a welcoming, informative, and safe environment for all volunteers and visitors
Assist with construction tasks including, but not limited to demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, ﬂooring, rooﬁng, ﬁnish carpentry, and landscaping (projects may include new and rehab homes)
Maintain site safety by modeling safety practices and guidelines, through volunteer education, and site monitoring
Participate in team meetings, safety training, and other events
Ensure that communication with volunteers and partner homeowners is respectful, accurate, and timely
Collaborate with construction staff to identify skilled, enthusiastic volunteers, cultivating their involvement in Habitat’s work
Assist with materials management on site and at the storage trailers, organize materials needed for each project
Set-up and keep project sites organized
Communicate with department leaders and other stakeholders regarding site progress, issues, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

At least 1 year of experience working in residential construction, grounds keeping, or facilities maintenance
Ability to complete OSHA 10 within 2 weeks of your start date
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, and understand English for purposes of safety communications
Experience working with diverse groups and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
Commitment to the Habitat for Humanity mission

Preferred Skills / Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 3 months of experience leading volunteer groups, teaching, or other group facilitation
Proficient with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint

How to Apply: use this link to access the application form: Apply Here!

You will need a copy of your resume AND a cover letter
Your resume should include specific tasks or skills that demonstrate how you are qualified for this position

About Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston

Our organization is dedicated to building simple, low-cost homes in partnership with low to moderate income families in need of decent and affordable housing. We believe homeownerships is a transformational tool in promoting equity and stability within our communities.

Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Committed to creating a diverse workplace environment, Habitat Boston is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, martial status, nationality, genetics, age, physical or mental disability, veteran/reserve status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

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