Carpenter- Construction Associate

Carpenter-Construction AssociateJob Type: Full-time37.5 hours/week, some SaturdaysLocation: Winston-Salem, NCPosition Title: Carpenter-Construction AssociateReports To: Director, ConstructionBasic Functions: Facilitate all on-site construction tasks to ensure safe and effective completion of affiliate goals by leading inexperienced volunteers, Cornerstone trained volunteers, AmeriCorps Service members, sub-contractors and other vendors in new, remodel, and repair construction. Responsible for ensuring all projects are completed on-time, on-budget, and to affiliate standards.Principal Duties:Coordinate all hands-on construction tasks as assigned by the Director, Construction job requires a working knowledge of construction techniques with strong focus on carpentry and finish carpentryAccountable for the safety and security of assigned job sites, AmeriCorps members, partner families, and volunteersProvide adequate supervision and training of volunteers on the job site including an initial meeting at the beginning of the workday to discuss the plan for the day and work assignmentsEnsure that duties assigned to volunteers are age appropriate"Fix" any construction task performed below acceptable standards by volunteersHelp establish and abide by timetable for constructionCommunicate closely with warehouse managers to ensure all materials are available as neededWork together with other construction team members, as a team, to constantly improve construction processesAssist in the supervision of all site preparation and layoutResponsible for day-to-day management of AmeriCorps teamProvide progress reports to the Director, Construction weekly or as requestedPerform all homeowner warranty issues, complaints, and repairs as directed by Director, ConstructionTreat Partner Families and volunteers with respect and dignity and strives to make their construction involvement meaningfulUnderstand elements that contribute to successful volunteers and help ensure that volunteers have a consistently positive, encouraging environment thus motivating them to returnEnsure that communications to volunteers and partner families are respectful, accurate, and timelySafely operate Habitat vehicles and equipment - must be eligible to be added to Habitat vehicle insurance- this requires at least 5 years of driving experience and a favorable driving recordProperly maintain equipment and immediately deal with any malfunctionsOther Duties:Communicate mission of HabitatAssist with Habitat special events as neededComply with all policies and proceduresOther duties as assigned by Director, ConstructionRequirementsPhysical Requirements:Ability to lift 50 pounds - work will require climbing ladders, considerable standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching in awkward and tiring positionsAbility to understand and communicate in English; other languages are a plusAbility to pass a criminal background check, pre-employment drug test, sexual offender check, and random drug testing*This position requires operation of a company vehicle. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and meet the organization's Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) standards to be ensured under our company policy.Other Requirements: Adhere to schedule, show initiative, honest, drug free, positive attitude, customer service oriented, must have dependable transportation to workInternal Interactions: Habitat Staff, AmeriCorp membersExternal Interactions: Volunteers, Partner Families, Donors, Community Leaders and Members