Overview:
This position is the most visible face of the Repairs Program. They have the communication skills, organizational ability, and technical know-how to independently operate a repairs site safely and efficiently. They operate their sites as participants, not observers, and lead by example.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Operate repair site(s) by mobilizing vehicles and equipment from the Habitat warehouse, collecting necessary materials, opening the site(s), performing or leading the work, cleaning/organizing the site, closing/securing the site, and returning vehicles and equipment to the Durham Habitat warehouse.
• Perform/lead carpentry and other tasks (excavation, concrete, minor plumbing, minor electrical, etc.) necessary to advance each job.
• Work with Repairs Manager and Repairs Project Manager to plan and track labor, material, and equipment use for each project.
• Train and supervise lower lever staff member(s) – Assistant/Apprentice/AmeriCorps.
• Cultivate positive relationships with homeowners, subcontractors, and colleagues.
• Ensure that all vehicles, tools, and equipment are securely stored during non-work hours.
• Clean and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Assist HFHD and construction team with other projects as needed.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience (full time) in residential construction, especially modifications or repairs to older homes.

Specific Skills:

• Demonstrated skill with common carpentry tools.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic framing and finish carpentry.
• Ability to operate Habitat vehicles (driver’s license and clean driving record)
• Ability and willingness to use ladders and work in roofs, attics, and crawlspaces.
• Ability and willingness to train and/or supervise workers with little or no construction experience.

Characteristics:

• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Bring energetic, collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service and team-player mentality.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced work environment.
• Interest in and commitment to affordable housing solutions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Durham, NC (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Durham, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person