Construction Crew Member

Status Actively recruiting
Openings Several
Service dates Full Time August 30, 2021 - July 29, 2022, Part Time January 31, 2022 - July 29, 2022
Applications November 15, 2021 - January 15, 2022
Description

Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity (CBHFH) is looking for members ready to commit their time to addressing affordable housing in the Berkshires, to building their professional skills, and to being a leader in their neighborhoods.

  • Actively assist staff, volunteers, and homeowners to build, rehabilitate, or repair homes.
  • Offer guidance and leadership to volunteers partnering with Habitat on the construction site and community projects.
  • Assist with hands-on construction tasks
  • Maintain site safety through modeling of safety practices and guidelines. Attend safety trainings with construction staff.
  • Help with materials management on site and at affiliate storage locations including set up and clean up of project sites.
  • Participate in planning, debriefing, and safety meetings as needed.
  • On occasion, members may participate in larger community projects such as lot cleanups, community gardens, etc.
  • Attend required meetings, trainings and events
Locations

Central Berkshire

Living allowance A living stipend of $16,000 for full time members ($340.43 per week). A living stipend of $8,851 for half time members ($340.43 per week).
Benefits
  • A living stipend of $16,000 for full time members ($340.43 per week).
  • A living stipend of $8,851 for half time members ($340.43 per week).
  • Education award upon successful program completion ($6,345 for full term or $3,172.50 for half time).
    • Scholarship can be applied to past loans, future education, professional training certificates for up to 7 years.
  • Paid time off including holidays and personal days (10 days for full time or 5 days for half time).
  • Over 125 hours of professional training and networking in the construction and trades field and the non-profit sector.
  • Minimum Essential Health Care coverage if needed.
  • Loan and interest accrual deferment for qualifying loans during term of service.
  • Childcare benefits assistance for qualifying members.
Education benefits Education award upon successful program completion ($6,345 for full term or $3,172.50 for half time).
Education requirements High School or GED education
Desired skills, certifications or qualifications
  • US Citizen or a permanent resident
  • High School or GED education
  • 17 years of age or older
  • Complete a minimum of 1700 hours (full time) or 900 hours (half time) of documented service with
  • Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity during the program term.
    • Program runs August 30, 2021 through July 29, 2022 for full time positions.
    • Program runs January 31, 2022 through July 29, 2022 for half time positions.
    • Members will serve Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (40 hours per week).
    • Weekend and/or evenings may be required for various events or trainings
  • Complete all required AmeriCorps documentation and monthly reporting.
  • Ability to work in a team and collaborate.
  • Be able to lift 50 lbs. without strain and work on your feet for several hours at a time.
  • Comfortable with heights and going up and down extension and step ladders.
  • Transportation or ability to commute to CBHFH's local job sites.
  • Criminal Background Check: Members are required to complete a federal criminal background check before beginning their term of service. Immedicate disqualifications include, being listed on the sex offender registry or being convicted of a violent crime. Check here for the full criminal background check policy.
Other conditions
Weekly Hours 40 - Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Activity types
  • Demolition
  • Flooring
  • Roofing
  • Finish carpentry
  • Cabinetry
  • Landscaping
  • Site prep
  • Framing
  • Insulation
  • Drywall
Our mission Builds strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.
Causes
Disaster Relief, Health, Life Skills, Poverty, Social Justice & Equality