Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties provided pay range

This range is provided by Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$17.00/hr - $21.00/hr

The Habitat Carpenter is a position that involves both skilled carpentry work and leadership responsibilities within a construction team. The Habitat Carpenter is a versatile role that requires both technical expertise in carpentry and effective leadership skills to manage and coordinate workers/volunteers. They contribute significantly to successfully completing construction projects to provide affordable housing.

• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

• Skilled Carpentry:
  Perform skilled carpentry work in building and renovating homes.
• Construction Techniques:
  Utilize knowledge of construction techniques, tools, and materials to ensure high‑quality workmanship.
• Specialized Tasks:
  Take on specialized carpentry tasks, such as framing, roofing, flooring, and trim work.

• Group Leadership:
  Lead construction crews, including both skilled and unskilled workers/volunteers.
• Task Assignment:
  Assign tasks to workers/volunteers based on their skills and experience.
• Training:
  Provide guidance and training to workers/volunteers, especially those with varying levels of construction expertise.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster a cooperative and harmonious working climate.

• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with project managers and other team members to ensure efficient project execution.
• Task Coordination:
  Coordinate tasks and activities to meet project timelines and milestones.

• Work Inspection:
  Conduct regular inspections to ensure that the work meets high‑quality standards.
• Issue Resolution:
  Address any issues or challenges related to the work promptly.

• Safety Protocols:
  Enforce safety protocols on the construction site to ensure a safe working environment.
• Training:
  Provide safety training to crew members, emphasizing the importance of following safety guidelines.

• Inventory Control:
  Manage and track carpentry materials, tools, and equipment.
• Material Procurement:
  Coordinate the procurement of carpentry materials, ensuring supplies are available when needed.

• Volunteer Interaction:
  Work closely with volunteers, providing guidance and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Community Relations:
  Represent the organization in a positive light during construction projects, engaging with the local community and neighbors.

• Team Meetings:
  Attend regular team meetings to discuss project progress, address challenges, and provide updates.
• Communication with Leadership:
  Communicate with project managers and organizational leadership regarding construction milestones, challenges, and achievements.

• Issue Resolution:
  Address any work‑related issues or challenges, finding practical solutions to keep the project on track.
• Adaptability:
  Be flexible and adapt plans as needed to accommodate changes in project scope or unexpected developments.

• Record Keeping:
  Maintain accurate records of carpentry activities, including daily logs, progress reports, and any modifications made during the construction process.

This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The incumbent will be expected to perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Non‑profit Organizations

Habitat for Humanity of Lee & Hendry Counties is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best‑qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Additionally, Habitat is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential job functions, please contact Deborah Boyer at 239‑360‑8019.

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