Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia careers Repair Site Supervisor

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia |

Reports directly to: Repair Department Project Managers
Department:Repair; non-exempt
Service week (days/hours): Tuesdays – Saturdays 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Required meetings: Weekly all- staff meeting, weekly departmental meeting
Personal vehicle required: No
Personal tools required: Basic Carpentry Hand Tools

At Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia (“HFHP”), we are builders who work alongside, not for, others. We are driven by accountability and defined by our stick-to-itiveness.Habitat’s Repair Program expands on its traditional homeownership model to provide critical home repair services to low-income homeowners in Philadelphia. The goal of the Repair Program is to preserve families in their homes by making their houses safe, warm, dry, and energy efficient.

Position overview

Manage onsite construction activity necessary for completing owner-occupied residential repair projects; perform technical carpentry repairs while coordinating with key HFHP staff, subcontractors and homeowners; effectively utilize the labor and enthusiasm of Habitat’s volunteer workforce; uphold HFHP’s quality and safety standards; work as a community partner; and promote Habitat’s mission to eliminate substandard housing and revitalize neighborhoods.

Key Responsibility: TECHNICAL WORK

  • Operate as a primary carpenter for all occupied residential repair projects- interior and exterior, ranging from structural repair to finish work
  • Perform general masonry and basic mechanical (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) repairs
  • Prioritize energy efficiency, durability and client health, and safety
  • Independently plan, organize and efficiently execute work order tasks

Key Responsibility Area: PROJECT MANAGEMENT

  • Coordinate with Repair Project Managers to schedule and fulfill assigned project work orders; communicate regularly regarding changes to work orders, schedules, and budgets
  • Manage all onsite construction activity necessary for completing each repair project: in-house technical work, and volunteer work days, punch list and warranty issues
  • Supervise project preparation, including purchase of materials and gathering of tools and equipment
  • Use tablet-based project management program to track and document project progress
  • Communicate with homeowners to set expectations regarding workday schedules, project staging, potential disruptions, house security, and safety
  • Manage projects in a way that is fully respectful of occupant living space- planning work days to allow ample time for task completion and thorough site clean-up
  • Implement HFHP safety practices and ensure that all employees, subcontractors, and volunteers adhere to these standards
  • Adhere to OSHA, BPI, and EPA standards and practices
  • Maintain Habitat work vehicle, tools, and equipment

Key Responsibility Area: SUPERVISION OF AMERICORPS AND VOLUNTEERS

  • Together with AmeriCorps assistant, manage and lead volunteer work days in basic repair tasks, including: workday preparation, skills and safety trainings, and close volunteer supervision and engagement throughout the workday
  • Manage, supervise, and train AmeriCorps assistant in home repair and weatherization with a focus on mentoring and encouraging leadership and technical skills
  • Exemplify a positive and respectful work attitude and require the same from all members of your work team

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

  • Considerable knowledge of residential construction, a minimum of 3 years of related job experience
  • High level of skill in renovation carpentry- including both interior and exterior work ranging from structural to finishes
  • Familiarity with local building codes
  • Understanding of the Habitat for Humanity philosophy and the desire to promote it
  • A sensitive and compassionate posture when working with people who are in difficult and complex life situations
  • Professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with unskilled volunteers and in diverse populations
  • Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
  • Basic proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel
  • Ability to operate a tablet/iPad to access project management program
  • Valid driver’s license with no major violations

Preferred Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

  • Knowledge of, or willingness to be trained in, basic plumbing, electrical and HVAC repair
  • Knowledge of, or willingness to be trained in, building science principals as well as an understanding of house-as-a-system concepts
  • Prior management or leadership experience

Physical Requirements to Perform Duties:

  • Ability to perform all construction duties, such as: lifting up to 80 lbs; climbing extension ladders and scaffolding; working in unconditioned workspaces in the heat of summer and cold of winter

Benefits

  • This position is eligible for medical, dental, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Salary is commensurate with experience.

To Apply

  • Please send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements through the Indeed application portal by May 3, 2019. Applicants without cover letters will not be considered. No calls, please.

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