Workshop - General Repairs
ORGANIZATION: Household Goods
This opportunity is provided by VolunteerMatch's partner.
Please visit the new page to apply.
Please visit the new page to apply.
Title: Workshop - General Repairs
Summary: Inspect and repair items to make them safe and usable by clients.
Responsibilities:
Use workshop tools (especially power tools) safely.
Determine if a damaged item is repairable or should be discarded
Salvage usable parts from discarded items
See if an item might be reconfigured to make it useful to clients
Assemble floor models, futons, etc.
Inspect finished items for safety and durability
Inspect electrical wiring/switches for lamps
Build/repair structures as needed throughout the facility
Keep the workshop neat and organized so it is a safe and efficient work area
Adhere to workshop guidelines and policies to help ensure personal safety and the safety of others
Qualifications:
Experience with general workshop repair
18 years of age or older
Availability:
Saturday
2 Shifts
- 08:45 AM to 12:00 PM EST - Spots available: 1
- 12:45 PM to 04:00 PM EST - Spots available: 1
More Shifts
6 More opportunities with Household Goods
4 ReviewsRequest failed
{{ opp.title }}
This is a Virtual Opportunity.
{{ opp.location }}
We'll work with your schedule
{{ opp.dateStr }}
{{ opp.timeStr }}
More
Opportunities
Opportunities
About Household Goods
Location:
530 Main Street, Acton, MA 01720, US
Mission Statement
Household Goods is an independent 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization based in Acton, MA that provides household goods, free of charge, to people in need.
Description
We accept donations of gently used household items that will help people make a home. Our volunteers receive, sort and distribute items to individuals and families from over 130 communities in eastern Massachusetts. As an organization staffed by volunteers, we depend on the generosity of community members for goods, time and financial support.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Homeless & Housing
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 2 shifts
WHERE
530 Main StreetActon, MA 01720
(42.4925 ,-71.42825 )
DATE POSTED
February 14, 2025
SKILLS
- Carpentry
- Woodworking
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 10 volunteer shifts in the first year, shifts are 3 hours each for a total of 30 hours in the first year
- Experience with general workshop repair