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Thanks for your interest in employment with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County!

We are currently hiring for the following positions (updated 9/1/2022):

Reports to: Construction Superintendent
Description: This position assists in all aspects of construction
Employee Status:  Non-exempt
Responsibilities:

  • Performs all hands-on construction tasks as directed by the Construction Superintendent
  • Assists in the supervision of all site preparation and layout
  • Assists in job site activities on each designated workday and works to ensure construction is accomplished
  • Works with crew leaders, volunteers and partner families on construction tasks
  • Assists with homeowner warranty complaints and repairs
  • Assists in the training of all volunteers
  • Maintain quality of construction in accordance with local, state, federal, and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County building standards
  • Maintain Habitat equipment and materials
  • Must provide a safe working environment at all times by abiding by all Habitat for Humanity Greater Palm Beach County, OSHA, and EPA safety standards
  • Must communicate effectively with sub-contractors, enforcement officials, building standards/zoning officials, Habitat homeowners, and vendors

Required Skills / Experience / Physical Requirements:

  • Knowledge and experience in construction
  • Work will require climbing ladders and scaffolding, considerable standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching in awkward and tiring positions. 
  • Ability to work outside for extended periods of time during all months of the year
  • Ability to maneuver over uneven ground
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted
  • Ability to work and maneuver on roofs and high spaces
  • Ability to work in tight confines 
  • Ability to perform all required on-site construction labor associated with house construction 
  • Other duties as assigned by the Construction Superintendent
  • High School diploma
  • 1 year in field residential construction experience

Full Time Position – 40 hours/week 
Tuesday – Saturday, with select Sundays and Mondays
The successful candidate must pass a drug test and a background check as required
Submit your resume to Russell Sykes at [email protected]

Description: The Donation Ambassador performs general driver duties as assigned, primarily the pickup and delivery of donated items at donor’s homes and commercial locations. The Donations Ambassador is a primary liaison with the donating community alongside the driving assistant. Position requires a responsible, accountable, consistently punctual, tactful and a confident communicator with interpersonal skills. Able to lift/move objects over 75 lbs. with driving assistant’s help. Clean driving record required. Possess supervisory abilities, knowledge of retail or non-profit work environment, a professional demeanor, an understanding of Habitat for Humanity’s mission and a desire to promote it.
Responsibilities:

  • Pickup of various donated items that are sold in the Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County ReStores
  • Load and unload ReStore box trucks, following all safety guidelines
  • Perform daily vehicle inspection, thoroughly fill out daily paperwork, communicate daily with the  Dispatch Coordinator
  • Ensure ReStore policies and procedures regarding guidelines of acceptable vs. unacceptable donations are adhered to
  • Assist with organization of donated items in receiving, on sales floor, and in sorting areas to ensure orderly maintenance of these areas while not driving truck
  • Assist with floor maintenance, housekeeping and furniture placement while not driving the truck
  • Assist in defusing challenging situations with tact and an ability to turn a negative situation into a positive one
  • Adhere to all driver policies as set forth by Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County 

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Demonstrate familiarity with the South Florida area and suburbs
  • Ability to work independently
  • Working knowledge of general truck maintenance
  • Effective written and  oral communication skills
  • Ability to effectively work with donors, volunteers, and staff
  • High School diploma
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Prior experience driving a box truck preferred (No CDL license requirements)
  • Climbing, jumping, lifting, carrying (minimum 50lbs. multiple times per day).
  • Maneuvering, navigating, and driving large box trucks up to 26′

Submit your resume to Tom Livoti at [email protected]

Responsibilities:
  • Assist Driver with directions and answer all incoming cell calls when vehicle is in motion
  • Perform daily moving material checks
  • Plan pick-up routes accordingly based on time allotted
  • Make calls to donors prior to donation pickups
  • Clearly and professionally communicate  on the phone with donors
  • Schedule lunch breaks
  • Pack truck correctly and according to safety guidelines
  • Communicate to Dispatch Coordinator with any pickups that need to be rescheduled
  • Assist Driver in morning routine of tuck inspection
  • Follow donation guidelines throughout pickups
  • When in question, send pictures of donation and call Dispatch Coordinator or Dispatch Assistant to verify 
  • Assist Driver in cleaning the truck at the end of the day
  • Help maintain the vehicles, including maintenance, as needed
  • Guide driver in & out of all pickup/drop-off locations and in tight driving areas
  • Clean restrooms daily
  • Adhere to all safety rules, safety procedures and keep safe zones clear when not in use
  • Follows directions from the Dispatch Coordinator and Driver (if acting as assistant driver)
Requirements: Must be able to lift 50 lbs. throughout the day
Submit your resume to Tom Livoti at [email protected]

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County is an equal employment opportunity employer.