Career Opportunities

CONSTRUCTION JOB FOREMAN

Classification:  Non-Exempt

Reports to:  Construction Director

Summary/Objective:

This position requires the ability to build homes, lead volunteers and coordinate subcontractors.

The construction job foreman’s (CJF) primary responsibility is to keep the volunteers, both skilled and unskilled, safe and productive.  Teaching the volunteers how to construct Habitat for Humanity homes to our standards. The CJF is also required to be hands on and perform the tasks needed to complete the homes as appropriate.  This position is the front line to keeping the job-site safe, productive, enjoyable and provide a positive experience for the sponsors, homeowner and volunteers.

If you don’t have all the skills listed in this posting, we have a Carpentry Apprenticeship Program that allows you to earn while you learn. This program provides you with employment while learning the skills to become a Carpenter Journeyman. The program is offered through Hillsborough Community College and is paid for by Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County. For more information, send your resume expressing an interest in this program.

This position also performs tasks, repairs and warranty work as needed.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Site Supervision (80%):

• Provide a positive and productive on-site experience for future homeowners and volunteers. Train, equip, and supervise volunteer Dream Builders, partner family members, and other volunteers on site daily.
• Prepare job sites in advance of volunteer days for maximum efficiency of the build team.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and meet HFHHC quality standards. Ensure HFHHC homes are built to current building codes and any additional energy/green building certifications.
• Oversee inspections, site security, and site safety.
• Coordinate/Manage material orders, deliveries and subcontractor schedules with VP of Construction. Provide specifications, design, material, and subcontractor feedback as required.
• Perform repairs and warranty work as needed.
• Assist in preparation for special events.

Construction Planning (20%):

• Attend regularly scheduled department meetings. Coordinate with other CSS’s regarding volunteers, shared tools and other resources.
• Work with Vice President of Construction to establish construction schedule and adjust work as needed.
• Participate in development and project design meetings as required.
• Maintain project files for each assignment; document all relevant changes, schedules and activities.
• Update Builder Trend (web-based construction management software) on project status daily with pictures and reports. Alert Vice President of all delays, potential overruns and changes in scope of work.
• Other duties as delegated.
• Maintain and secure smart phones and tablets provided by affiliate.

Competencies:

• Proven record in construction supervision with increasing levels of responsibility and skills.
• Volunteer experience with Habitat for Humanity or other construction/rehabilitation non-profit organization preferred.
• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and function smoothly under strict deadlines and shifting priorities. Ability to multi-task, balance multiple priorities, and work in deadline-driven and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with volunteers of widely varying skill levels. Capable of leading/motivating an ever-changing volunteer work crew and assigning volunteers jobs within their capabilities. Ability to recruit skilled volunteers and train unskilled volunteers to become “Dream Builders” (Dream Builders are consistent volunteers who develop construction skills and help supervise additional volunteers).
• Ability to follow a construction schedule and coordinate suppliers, subcontractors, staff and volunteers to meet specific construction goals.
• Willingness to work as part of a team to support the Mission of Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County and the goals.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job on a construction site.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, tablets, filing cabinets, and fax machines.  In addition, this role will entail the receipt, storage and transport of construction materials and tools in bulk. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the associate perform the following activities: standing; walking; working overtime and weekends as need; exposure to heat, wind, and rain; ladder climbing and general comfort on two story roofs; residential construction skills, driving large trucks and construction equipment; ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time non-exempt position.  The typical workweek is Tuesday – Saturday.

Education, Experience and Attributes:

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with construction site supervision.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• Neat and clean professional appearance.

Other Duties

Please note this position description is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ReStore ASSISTANT MANAGER

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting the ReStore Manager in the day-to-day operations of the ReStore.  This includes achieving operational, financial and administrative goals.

Essential Functions

• Assist with opening and closing of the ReStore for scheduled daily hours.
• Assist with general oversight of store operations and volunteer management in coordination with store manager.
• Assist with daily sales/cash register reconciliation and deposits as needed.
• Manage the store in the absence of the ReStore Manager.
• Assist receiving staff as required to maintain orderly flow of items in store and outside yard.  Includes loading/unloading trucks, assisting with pricing, organizing, cleaning and display of merchandise.
• Ensure that all areas of the store, restrooms, parking lots and warehouse are clean and safe.
• Demonstrate excellent service to customers, donors, volunteers and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Dedication to and ability to articulate the mission and core values of Habitat for Humanity.
• Computer knowledgeable including Microsoft Office and POS software.
• Self-motivated, reliable and enthusiastic; able to work in environment with rapidly changing conditions and unexpected shifts in priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, dealing well with a variety of people, personalities and backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and public relations skills.
• Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a retail store.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, tablets, filing cabinets, and fax machines.   

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position.  The typical workweek is Tuesday – Saturday.  The ReStore locations are closed on Sunday.

Education, Experience and Attributes

• Customer service experience – 3 years preferred.
• Retail experience – 3 years preferred.
• Management experience – 3 years preferred.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• Neat and clean professional appearance.

Other Duties

Please note this position description is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

In accordance with the American Disabilities Act:

This position requires the physical ability to sit, walk and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.  This individual must also have the use of all senses, to include, but not limited to sight, hearing, smell and taste while possessing the ability to stand, stoop, bend, grasp, and/or hold to complete warehouse, storage shed, and shop work.  The normal workplace will be out of the office and in the warehouse, box truck and outside.  A majority of the work may be in non-temperature-controlled conditions. The position requires persons who are able to safely lift at least 50-100 pounds on a regular and frequent basis.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully 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.