Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s DEI Commitment affirms housing as a human right and homeownership as a foundation for generational wealth and social mobility. We also acknowledge that “bringing people together” is central to our mission. People with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are critical to our success. Join our team and help us further our mission of building homes, communities, and hope.

This position is from December 2024 to December 2026. Pay Range: $25.11 - 27.90/hr - Schedule Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Check out our benefits package here.

GENERAL FUNCTION:
Reporting to the Home Repair Director, the Disaster Repair Project Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operation of Disaster Repair projects. To be successful in this position applicant must have The ability to anticipate hazards and problems that may arise from an emergency, the ability to diagnose issues, identify root causes, and develop and implement solutions and ability to clearly communicate written and verbally.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Act as project team leader for assigned Disaster Repair projects.
2. Operate all Disaster Repair project sites in compliance with AAHH safety policy.
3. Working in conjunction with the Home Repair Project Manager, purchase needed materials, tools, and equipment for Disaster Repair project site(s).
4. Supervise, motivate, and give recognition to Disaster Repair volunteer work crews.
5. Oversee and instruct the skilled or unskilled volunteers on the Disaster Repair jobsite, particularly regarding building procedures, quality, and safety.
6. Assure that all work on AAHH projects, including work done by subcontractors, is in accordance with approved drawings, current building codes, sound building practices, and within contracted and approved budget and scope of work.
7. Communicate any potential changes in any project scope of work to Home Repair Project Manager.
8. Assure proper control, maintenance, storage, and security of all materials, tools, vehicles and equipment.
9. Ensure completion and timely reporting of all paperwork including: volunteer paperwork, safety logs, acceptance forms and timesheets.
10. Assist with Disaster Repair project tasks including; inspection, scope of work, pricing, scheduling, project planning, subcontractor coordination and acceptance on an “as-needed” basis.
11. Assist where necessary in other AAHH Home Repair Program activities.
12. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to the mission and values of AAHH

• High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Two or more years’ experience in residential construction and repair or one year full-time staff or stipend volunteer experience with Habitat for Humanity’s construction programs.
• Previous experience in disaster response and repairs preferred.
• Previous experience teaching or supervising volunteers or students preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Effective interpersonal skills with a variety of people, personalities and backgrounds

• Able to give specific oral and written instruction and direction to individuals and groups
• Able to lead, manage, supervise and motivate individuals and teams of volunteers
• Able to plan, schedule, prioritize, coordinate, delegate and manage multiple activities
• Able to analyze circumstances, make routine decisions, problem solve, and give direction regarding problem resolution
• Possess sufficient knowledge of residential construction and repair to determine needed materials, and schedule, coordinate and participate in construction and repair activities including a working knowledge of residential building codes
• Able to use hand and power tools needed to complete residential construction and repair tasks and instruct others on their effective and safe use
• Possess basic mathematical aptitude to calculate building measurements, quantities, etc.
• Certified in first aid and CPR (or able to be certified within three months of hiring).
• HFHI Competent Person Certification (or able to be certified within 12 months of hiring)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The majority of the work is done outside on a construction work site. Daily exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from construction materials will occur.

Must be able to:

• Stand or walk for the majority of a workday, including working on uneven surfaces
• Apply extensive physical mobility, including reaching, lifting, holding, pushing and pulling, carrying, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, crawling, kneeling, arm and leg extension
• Regularly lift 10 - 35 pounds: Occasionally 75 pounds or more

• See and judge distances and space relationships
• Independently operate motor vehicles