Construction Volunteer

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUINITY:

Habitat for Humanity partners with prospective homebuyers to provide a decent place to live through the construction of new and rehabilitated homes. Volunteers will help build or repair homes alongside staff, future homeowners, and other volunteers.

The volunteer location is an active construction site. Volunteers should be prepared to perform construction-related tasks, based on training received on site as part of the larger team. At times, you may work independently on project.

Age Requirement: Volunteers must be 18 or older to participate. If the volunteer is 16 or 17 years old, the available tasks are limited and must be discussed with Habitat staff before volunteer shift

Scheduling: Construction volunteer opportunities are scheduled based on the build schedule for new home construction. Volunteers may serve for one or more times, based on interest and availability.

Expectations:

No experience is necessary, Habitat staff members and lead volunteers will provide all necessary training and education. But all volunteers should have the following:

• Support of and belief in Habitat’s mission, vision and values
• Openness to learning new things
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and project directions
• Reliability in your schedule and communication
• Willingness to embrace our community partners and neighbors as you build community with us
• Ability to be mindful of your environment and use sound judgment

PREPARATION

• Watch the safety training video before stepping onto the build site
• Print and sign the volunteer waiver and bring it to the build site
• Bringing a refillable water bottle is recommended. Snacks and/or lunch cannot be provided by Habitat at this time
• Restroom facilities are provided. Please bear in mind that these may be portable facilities depending on the project stage

DRESS CODE

• Sturdy closed-toe and closed-heel shoes
• Clothes you do not mind getting dirty or potentially stained
• Appropriate attire for the weather
• Please do not wear clothing with images that might be considered offensive or inappropriate
• As a safety consideration, avoid loose-fitting or baggy clothes
• All construction site staff members, volunteers and visitors are required to wear any personal protective equipment (PPE), deemed appropriate by site management for the work underway. All necessary PPE will be provided by Habitat site management

ALL VOLUNTEERS AGREE TO:

• Complete all required Habitat volunteer applications and waivers
• Follow the Habitat Volunteer Code of Conduct
• Abide by all safety policies and procedures
• Take direction on assigned tasks from construction leadership
• Contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive job site culture
• Communicate effectively with the construction team
• Be respectful of time and commitment to scheduled volunteer shifts