Construction & Volunteer Engagement Associate

Overview

This is a field-based construction position responsible for assisting the agency Construction Staff/Volunteer Engagement Manager (CVM) in the successful completion of all agency construction activities including the construction of homes. This job requires working with the other construction team members to ensure the construction site is orderly, safe, organized, and always represents Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville (HFHGN) in a positive manner.

Assists the CVM with all volunteer build day activities, the planning and coordination of all activities leading up to and during volunteer build days. This role remains hands on construction during non-volunteer season and is responsible for helping the agency deliver completed homes. This is an in-person, hands-on position that reports Monday – Friday partial year, and Wednesday – Sunday partial year, based on seasonality of the agency.

• Hands on construction position, leading, assisting, and instructing volunteers on building homes the “Habitat Way”
• Carry out basic construction functions, including, but not limited to: carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
• Ability to lead volunteers in effectively performing various residential construction tasks
• Strong and effective communication skills, with an ability to lead and train volunteers with variable construction skill levels; and have the ability to speak publicly on construction site
• Maintains a good working knowledge of residential construction trades, tools and methods including but not limited to: carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
• Holds a fiduciary duty towards agency Cost, Time, Quality, Engagement, and Experience
• Strong scheduling, organizational, and reporting skills
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and construction equipment
• Understands and upholds building codes, and practices applicable requisite agency compliance with same
• Assists year-round with all construction activities for the agency in the completion of homes, and various other projects, in conjunction with the broader construction team
• Ability to work at multiple job site locations, as assigned
• Must have a clean driving record for insurance purposes
• Regular and reliable attendance required
• Other duties as assigned

• Carry out basic construction functions, including, but not limited to: carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
• Maintains a clear working knowledge of residential construction trades, plus tools and methods for effective building practices across all residential building aspects including but not limited to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, siding, roofing, flooring, trim, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appropriate energy efficient trade practices
• Possess strong scheduling, organizational and reporting skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record for insurance purposes
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and construction equipment

• Previous construction experience is required (2+ years)
• Solid construction and communication skills, and the ability to lead volunteers
• Have & maintain a working knowledge of building codes and inspection requirements
• Capable of cultivating positive relationships with key stakeholders
• Good work and business ethics
• Be a proven self-starter with the ability to work independently, in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Individual must be organized and capable of effective task follow-up
• High school degree required
• Must have the ability and desire to work respectfully with people of all cultures, languages, national origins, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, classes, immigration statuses, sexual orientations, gender identity and expressions, ages, mental or physical abilities, and other diversity factors
• Must conduct all activities in accordance with Habitat principles

• 40 hours per week. Seasonal over-time expected. Must be available to work Saturdays and Sundays during the defined build seasons. Satisfactory attendance is required.