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Construction Associate

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County
Beach, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/6/2025 CLOSED ON 5/6/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Associate position at Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County?

Position Title :   Construction Associate

Reports To : Director Of Construction & Construction Project Managers

Purpose : Responsible for working with our Construction Superintendent, Project Manager & Senior Project Manager in new construction activities and neighborhood revitalization projects.

MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AND AT LEAST A 3 YEAR CLEAR DRIVING RECORD TO MEET AFFILIATE DRIVER GUIDELINES FOR INSURABILITY.

MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUG SCREEN AND BACKGROUND CHECK.

About us :   Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County is a 501(c)(3) organization and an affiliate of a global nonprofit, Habitat for Humanity International serving Palm Beach County. Families and individuals in need of a safe, decent, and affordable housing partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for understanding the HFHGPBC construction operations manual, volunteer and site safety policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for addressing trim & frame concerns with the superintendent at the frame stage to address concerns or issues appropriately.
  • Responsible for the building process, providing supervision and training for skilled and unskilled volunteers.
  • Responsible for Inventory of the appropriate tools on site for the specific tasks.
  • Attend job meetings at the beginning of each work period for assignments and other instructions.
  • Monitor work site for safety adherence with proper equipment usage and protective measures.
  • Monitor workers for pace of work and potential safety concerns.
  • Complies with HFHGPBC Policy Manuals.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Construction Superintendent, Project Manager and Senior Project Manager

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Knowledge of family services requirements for partner families’
  • Must have knowledge of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) construction standards and HFHGPBC standards of excellence.
  • Organizational skills for efficient and timely management of construction activities.
  • Ability to be a lifetime learner and perform duties in a satisfactory manner.
  • Attentive, empathetic, collaborative, and harmonious interpersonal skills
  • Ability to relate well with all constituents, including staff, partner families, volunteers, business, religious and political communities.
  • High level of self-motivation and stamina in working an appropriate weekly schedule, which requires a flexibility to respond to unexpected demands.
  • Ability to appropriately represent HFHGPBC, advocating the mission and objectives of HFHGPBC at all functions, internally as well as throughout the community.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written communications skills.
  • Ability to work patiently and effectively with labor and volunteers.
  • Maintain reasonable and presentable work attire.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

    • EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

  • Education and / or experience in similar position, with satisfactory relevant experience.
  • Preference is given for experience with a non-profit volunteer-intensive organization.

    • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Heavy lifting

    Lifting up to 50 pounds regularly.

  • Must be physically able to lift with proper equipment, heavy items.
  • Must be able to stand, squat, and bend.
  • Must be able to climb on and off truck.

    • MENTAL DEMANDS

  • Problem-solving - Decision-making - Strategizing
  • Dealing with stressful situation - Communication with others - Conceptualizing
  • Driving - Organizing

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Physically Demanding
  • Exposed to extreme atmospheric conditions (temperature, noise, fumes, dust, etc.).

    • WORK SCHEDULE

    40 hours / week; Tuesday thru Saturday. Supervisor will schedule accordingly.  This position requires working Saturdays. Days off are Sundays and Mondays.

    Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach 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.

    Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County Inc. is committed to safeguarding the health of our employees and providing a safe work environment for everyone. Because of this, the Company has implemented a Drug-Free Workplace Policy to comply with Florida Statute 440.102(Drug Free Workplace).

    Job Type : Full-time

    Pay : $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

    Benefits :

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

    • Schedule :

  • 8 hour shift

    • Experience :

  • South Florida Construction : 1 year (Required)

    • Work Location : In person

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Years Experience : 1 - 3 years

    Salary : $18 - $20 Hourly

    Bonus / Commission : No

    Salary : $18 - $20

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