Pay Range: $19.23 per hour

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region is searching for New Construction Apprentices to oversee specific construction tasks and projects with the intention to learn and grow in the knowledge and skills that are required to be a Construction Site Supervisor. The Apprentice will both manage projects independently and support and work on the homes of the Site Supervisor they are assigned to assist, while upholding the standards of safety, partnership, quality, and team participation.

Working to build homes, communities and hope in Charlotte and the surrounding area, Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region has partnered with more than 3,000 families since 1983. This year, we will help over 300 families through new home construction, recycling existing homes, critical home repair projects and financial literacy training. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a leading nonprofit organization in the field of affordable housing.

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region offers competitive wages and a great affordable benefits package. Pay as little as $28 per month for health insurance! Complimentary vision, short & long-term disability and life/AD&D. Dental and FSA accounts also available. Retirement Plan with up to 3% match. Habitat has generous PTO benefits and up to ten paid holidays for full-time team members. 

Essential Functions (other duties as assigned):

• Assume leadership roles both during individual work days, and of entire projects as assigned by Supervisor
• As requested, assist with site prep work that goes into a project from clearing to foundation in order to gain experience with this stage of construction
• Gain proficiency at a variety of back office tasks required of a Site Supervisor including: ordering, scheduling, invoice approvals, construction workflow and critical path planning, sub-contractor expectations and management
• Communicate effectively with other internal departments (Development, Volunteer Coordination, Family Services, etc) to ensure smooth completion of projects from start to finish
• Plan for each work day to insure that all necessary resources - material and human - are available to complete the task list
• Perform or supervise, monitor, and delegate tasks to volunteers, home owners and other team members as appropriate
• As requested, provide leadership on special construction projects such as off-site builds and events
• Provide a safe working environment at all times abiding by all Habitat Charlotte Region, OSHA, and EPA safety standards
• Maintain Habitat equipment, as assigned
• Habitat Charlotte Region related tasks and training opportunities as requested by supervisor
• Show initiative
• Consistent and reliable attendance
• Represent Habitat in a positive and professional manner
• Adhere to schedules and deadlines.
• Be an effective team member when working with staff and volunteers
• Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude when interacting with employees, homeowners, volunteers
• Ability to perform all construction tasks related to projects
• Attention to Detail
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational Skills
• Strong leadership ability
• Desire to increase proficiency in focus area(s)
• Motivation, self-direction, and personal integrity
• Valid drivers license and the ability to be insured by Habitats insurance provider
• Willingly adhere to Habitats Code of Conduct Policy and any other policies set forth by the organization
• Habitat Charlotte Region related tasks as requested by supervisor

Physical requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
• Ability to work and maneuver on roofs and high spaces
• Ability to work in tight confines and within crawlspaces
• Ability to maneuver over uneven ground
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand most or all of any given day
• Ability to work outside for extended periods of time during all months of the year
• Ability to perform basic computer skills

Internal Interactions: Construction Department, other departments as required by training

External Interactions:

• Sub-Contractors

• Code Enforcement Officials

• Habitat Volunteers and Donors

• Habitat Homeowners

• Utility Companies

Level of authority: Responsible for the oversight of specific construction tasks and projects. Does not have direct reports.

Personal Vehicle: Reliable transportation to work is required

Service Week: Tuesday - Saturday

Estimated Time Commitment: 40+ hours/week

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region program funding often includes federal funding and this role may support federally funded activities. People qualifying as Section 3 residents per Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C § 1701u) and its associated regulations (24 C.F.R. Part 75) are encouraged to apply. Information on Section 3 qualifications and certification material available upon request.