AmeriCorps Construction Site Leader

For one year, you can get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands-on experience, and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skill set.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity-building activities.

What will you do?

The Construction Crew Leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. Lead groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers and homeowner families in construction activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus developing and enhancing your volunteer management and construction skills.

• Typically serve Tuesday – Saturday on the build site.
• Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry, and landscaping.
• Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair, and weatherization projects.
• Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
• Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer education, and site monitoring.

• Organization name: West Orange HFH
• Nearest metropolitan area: Orlando, FL
• Full-time staff: 16
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 3
• Number of homes to be built: 10
• Activities and attractions: West Orange Habitat for Humanity is located near Orlando, boasting a beautiful climate with natural resources of lakes and beaches and close to Walt Disney World and other theme parks, choices of interest, entertainment, culture, and nature. We promise an experience of reward you will remember as we celebrate 35 years and 7 years hosting AmeriCorps members. You’ll become a part of a close-knit community where you will be prepared to succeed, encouraged to lead and challenged to excel. Since 1990, West Orange Habitat has served West Orange County, working with donors, volunteers and the community in new construction and neighborhood revitalization. www.westorangehabitat.org
• Unique projects: Our AmeriCorps positions will be directly engaged in several high-impact, unique initiatives that are central to our affiliate’s growth and community footprint. Members will drive the following key projects:
  Constructing 10 Homes from the Ground Up: This is a rare opportunity for members to experience the entire lifecycle of residential construction. From breaking ground and framing to the final finishes, members will lead the physical creation of 10 brand-new homes, gaining unparalleled, hands-on building experience.
  Neighborhood Revitalization of Non-Habitat Homes: Beyond new builds, members will champion our broader community repair initiatives. They will lead critical exterior repairs, weatherization, and beautification projects on existing, non-Habitat homes in our target neighborhoods, allowing us to preserve affordable housing and uplift entire communities at scale.
  Working with New, Excited Habitat Families: Members will work side-by-side on the build site with future Habitat homeowners completing their “sweat equity” hours. This unique initiative allows members to directly mentor, encourage, and partner with families who are actively working toward the dream of homeownership.
  Leadership in Homebuilding and Celebration Events: Members won’t just work behind the scenes—they will take center stage. They will participate in and lead high-visibility affiliate events, from ceremonial wall-raisings and home dedications to signature fundraising campaigns, developing essential skills in public relations, event execution, and nonprofit leadership.

• Living allowance of $20,400 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service (lifetime maximum of two full education awards).
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Workers’ compensation insurance.

• Grocery gift card ($300 per month)

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full-time and in person.
• A personal vehicle is required for service.