VOLUNTEER POSITION: Crew Leader Volunteer - Build Site, no build experience required
(Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area)
Opportunity Details: VOLUNTEER POSITION: Crew Leader Volunteer - Build Site, no build experience required
Contact | Janine Smith, Manager Volunteer Services, Habitat for Humanity GTA; Phone: 416-755-7353 ext 2275 |
Duties | Position Details: · Have an interest in the different phases of the construction process that include framing, dry walling, landscaping, insulating, flooring, etc. · Ability to lift 10 to 20 lbs · Lead a group of up to 5 volunteers with different levels of construction skillsets, including homeowners, in the construction of simple, decent, affordable homes while upholding standards of safety, quality, and fun. · Attend our health, safety, and construction training sessions. · Assist in providing a safe and healthy working environment such as: use of equipment, personal protective equipment for volunteers, delegating tasks, maintaining a suitable working environment including preparing for weather, cleaning, tasks, etc. · Come with a willingness to learn from experienced staff and volunteers. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, flexibility and a sense of humour is always key! Tasks are not always glamourous, so be prepared to do a variety of things. · Enthusiasm to learn how to use construction tools with supervision. |
More Info Link | https://habitatgta.ca/ |
Benefits | Position Benefits: • Gain practical experience in skilled trades. • Meet new people and network with likeminded individuals. • Give back to your community and help provide affordable home ownership for local families. |
Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language |
Areas of Interest | Building & Construction ; Flooring ; General Trade-Related ; Manual Labour / Physical Labour |
Skills/Experience | Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Team Work |
Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) |
Interaction Level | Small Group |
Minimum Hours | 16 / Month |
Dates and Times | Monday: Morning, Afternoon (8am-4pm) Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon (8am-4pm) Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon (8am-4pm) Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (8am-4pm) Friday: Morning, Afternoon (8am-4pm) Build day is 8 am to 4 pm, you book your own volunteer shift when is good for you. Above is a list of the days and time build site is open. |
Seasons | Spring ; Summer ; Fall ; Winter ; Year Round |
Accessibility | Active construction site |
Number of Positions | Oshawa 10 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Training is provided |
Transportation | Near public transit |
Application Deadline | 31 May 2023 |
Police Check | Not Required |
Start Date | On or after 20 Mar 2023 |
Agency Details: Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area
Office Phone | 289-224-9695 |
info@habitatdurham.com | |
Website | www.habitatgta.ca |
Address & Map | |
Mailing Address | 310 Simcoe St S Oshawa, ON Canada L1H 4H5 |