Construction Volunteer Leader at Habitat for Humanity Portland Region

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

20.61

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Volunteer Coordination, Basic Construction, Site Safety, Interpersonal Communication, Tool Handling, Teamwork, PPE Management, Orientation Facilitation, Site Cleanup, Leadership

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Construction Volunteer Leader Department: Construction Reports to: Construction Superintendent 1 or 2 Time Commitment: Limited-Duration July through September; Location: Work will primarily take place at Construction Sites located in SW Portland, however, travel to other locations may occasionally be required. Level: A Compensation: $17.34/hour to $20.61/hour *For details on the compensation, see Your Compensation section below. Application Deadline: Your application is due by June 12, 2026. We will not actively screen applications received after the deadline. Review of late applications is conducted at the discretion of the hiring manager. NOTE TO CANDIDATES: We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We recognize that requirements for educational and experience minimums create unnecessary barriers for under-served populations in pursuing employment opportunities in which they may be successful. In considering this alongside our Equity practices, we have removed educational and experience minimum requirements to focus on candidates’ abilities to excel based on the responsibilities of the position. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. Who You Are: You’re someone who thrives in a hands-on, people-centered environment, while contributing to a welcoming, organized, and safety-first experience for volunteers. As Crew Lead, you’ll support the Construction team staff in day-to-day activities and hosting groups of construction volunteers, helping them feel confident, capable, and connected to Habitat’s mission throughout their day on site. A typical shift includes helping set up tools, materials, and work areas to ensure sites are clean, organized, and ready for the day’s activities. You will greet volunteers and assist with basic check-in and orientation processes as directed by site staff. You will work alongside volunteers and team members to support simple construction tasks using basic tools, following established safety procedures and guidance from supervisors. You will help maintain a safe and orderly worksite by cleaning and organizing work areas, restocking supplies, and assisting with the care and storage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Throughout the day, you will follow direction from Construction team staff, help ensure materials and tools are used appropriately, and assist with site cleanup and closing tasks at the end of the shift. Who we are: At Habitat for Humanity Portland Region we believe that everyone deserves a stable and affordable place to call home. Founded in 1981, we have built and repaired homes in partnership with over 3,000 people across the Portland region. Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International and operates out of three offices, four brick and mortar stores, one warehouse, and numerous construction sites in Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, King City, Gresham, and Lake Oswego. Habitat Portland Region is intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envisions a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. All of our staff engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable practices. Our Equity Statement [https://habitatportlandregion.org/equity-statement/] and Cultural Compact [https://habitatportlandregion.org/about/cultural-compact/] are living, breathing documents that we continually work toward. Please visit our website and social media pages to learn more. You’ll be responsible for: Guiding Volunteers * Greet volunteers and assist with check-in and orientation activities as directed by site staff, including helping identify safety stations, break areas, and assigned work areas * Work alongside volunteers to complete daily homebuilding tasks assigned by construction site staff and support them by helping get answers to any questions or concerns * Learning and understanding elements that contribute to successful volunteer experiences and support volunteers in having a consistently safe, positive, encouraging environment, motivating them to return * Communicate with volunteers and future homeowners in a respectful, accurate, and timely manner. Construction Tasks * Work closely with supervisors and other site staff to learn proper techniques, procedures, and workflows * Assist with basic, hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, site prep, framing, flooring, finish carpentry, landscaping, and clean up. Perform other general construction laborer duties * Use hand tools and basic power tools safely and correctly * Assist with organizing, inventorying, and putting away tools and equipment properly when no longer in use * Other duties as assigned Site Safety * Follow all jobsite safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, and company policies * Clean and organize the site, including supplies areas, first aid areas, break areas, and work areas * Model safety practices and educate volunteers of safety guidelines * Distribute required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and task-specific PPE to volunteers, assisting them in proper wear/use of available PPE. * Attend safety trainings and/or complete all required safety online training * Conduct on-site orientations and safety talks to groups of volunteers and family partners with support of site staff * Provide prompt and thorough reporting of safety issues or concerns to the Construction Superintendent To be successful in this role, you’ll bring**: * Must be at least 18 years of age prior to start date of employment due to the use of construction tools, industry safety requirements, and jobsite conditions. * Skill at working within a team, following the guidance and direction of leadership * Ability to work efficiently, and effectively, and to use polite and respectful communication with leaders, coworkers, volunteers, and other guests * Ability and desire to maintain a clean and organized work environment * Ability, or willingness to learn, to use tools and equipment safely and correctly * Ability and desire to follow safety requirements and ensure volunteers do the same * Ability to adapt to a changing work environment, and learn new skills * Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and/or with varied language skills * Understanding and ability to embrace the volunteer perspective * Have reliable transportation to and from jobsites, or be able to use and navigate public transportation to be on time for scheduled workday **Any combination of formal education, paid work experience, unpaid/volunteer experience, and life experience will be considered. To be considered above and beyond the average candidate in this role, you’ll also: * Any qualifying combination of education, certification, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. * Prior volunteer experience at a Habitat for Humanity construction site * Work, education, or volunteer experience in leading others, such as camp counselor, counselor-in-training, teaching, assistant-teaching, coaching, assistant coaching, leadership team, etc. * Current participation in or completion of a Construction Technology program Your work environment and physical demands: * You will spend your workday at a construction site, outdoors in differing weather conditions, and occasionally indoors within a job trailer, or interior of the homes. * Assisting volunteers and handling construction tools and materials is highly active and requires consistent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. * This means you will frequently lift, move, and/or load items over 50 pounds with mechanical or co-worker assistance. * You may occasionally be asked to report to a different Habitat location or worksite. Your Work Schedule: * Part-time: 24-32 hours a week, Daily Hours: 7:30am – 3:30pm * Must be available to work at least 3-4 days per week, including Wednesdays through Saturdays. * Schedules may vary week to week based on number of volunteer groups scheduled, and other site needs. Schedules may include partial or full day shifts. Your Compensation: We aim to offer competitive pay and benefits and are committed to equity and transparency in compensation. Basing compensation on a candidate’s willingness and/or ability to negotiate leads to inequities and bias in how employees are compensated, particularly for historically oppressed groups. Instead, we determine the best possible compensation offer based on base qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and the candidate’s competencies for the role demonstrated during the hiring process. Successful candidates are typically hired within the first half of the Pay Range and receive scheduled incremental increases. When starting in this position, your compensation will generally be between [Pay Range Minimum to Pay Range Midpoint], not exceed the range midpoint. The full range for this position is [Pay Range Minimum to Pay Range Maximum]. Your Benefits Package: We offer a limited benefits package for seasonal roles that includes: * Accrued sick time, with ability to utilize after 1 month on the job * Paid holidays, if holiday falls on your normally scheduled work day * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) What to expect when you apply: We strive to ensure our hiring process is accessible to all applicants. We know your time is valuable and want to acknowledge the time it can take to apply for a position. We ask you to submit your resume, cover letter, and provide three professional references using our online application. If you need assistance or accommodations in submitting your application or throughout the hiring process, please contact HR@habitatportlandregion.org [HR@habitatportlandregion.org]. Candidates are reviewed by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a screening phone call or virtual meeting. The final round of candidates will be invited to interview in person with the hiring team. Occasionally, we may request that finalists complete a second round of in-person interviews. We appreciate the time and effort that you put into this process. APPLY HERE: HTTPS://BIT.LY/HABCAREERS [https://bit.ly/HABCAREERS] We will begin reviewing applications on or after June 3, 2026, and hope to begin the screening and interview process around June 8th. If offered the position, and prior to starting work, you will be asked to complete a background check that includes a criminal record history. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your suitability for this position. Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ the best qualified people for all our positions in a manner that does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. This job description is intended as a guideline only and does not limit in any way the duties or responsibilities of any employee. Nothing herein shall be construed as a contract of employment, expressed or implied. All employment is terminable at will, with or without cause.

Responsibilities

The role involves guiding and supporting construction volunteers while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment on site. Responsibilities include performing basic construction tasks, managing tool inventory, and conducting safety orientations.