Construction Worker

• Complete daily home repair tasks including but not limited to exterior/interior painting, fencing, landscaping, minor plumbing, minor electrical, safety device installation (grab bars, handrails, ramps, etc.), flooring, drywall, water heater installation. Work may also include energy efficiency upgrades.
  
  • Interact with homeowners/clients on the job site by providing detail on repairs performed and job schedule.
  • Communicate with site leadership and provide regular project updates.
  • Ensure repairs completed meet expectation/requirements of contract with homeowners/client and perform quality assurance of all work.
  • Conduct safety training’s maintain safety equipment on site and ensure safety practices are implemented at all times.
  • Teach necessary skills to volunteer labor and manage crews of volunteers as directed by site leadership.
  • Other duties as assigned

• Must be able to successfully pass a drug test, 75 lb. physical lift test, background check, authorization, and a driving record check.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to perform job duties, a valid CA Driver’s License, and meet the state-required amount of personal automobile liability insurance.
• Familiarity with, or interest in learning, basic construction and home repair techniques.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, proper safety practices and consistently apply them on the job site.
• Patience and communication skills to instruct volunteers at various skill levels in performing construction tasks.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions from site leadership.
• Ability to interact respectfully and clearly with team members, homeowners, volunteers, and site visitors.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Capable of performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, standing for long periods, and working outdoors in various conditions.
• Passion for helping others and contributing to meaningful community recovery efforts, especially in disaster-affected areas.

• Frequently it is required to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. alone, team lift 100 lbs.
• Frequent movement around the office/warehouse/ReStore may be necessary.
• Regular work with computers, including keyboards, mouses, and screens.
• Working conditions consist of high temperature-controlled workspaces.
• Noise levels are moderate to loud depending on the work area.

Habitat La jobs come with great benefits including but not limited to

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Critical Illness and AD&D insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance for all employees.
• Very generous 401(K) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation.
• Sick Leave Available.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting hours available.
• Employee discounts on items sold in our ReStores.
• Exclusive discounts to amusement parks, entertainment & more.
• Maternity and Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance, Mental Health, and Counseling Sessions.
• We often promote from within our organization.
• Pet Insurance.
• Free employee parking.

Pay Range: $22/hr.- $25.00

The position is being offered at $22.00/hr.

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at: www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!