Emergency Home Repair Technician

Emergency Home Repair Technician

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY CENTRAL ARIZONA - 3.8

Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $19.50 - $24.00 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Copy machines Construction industry experience Fax machines Power tools Productivity software Faxing Hand tools Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Emergency Home Repair Technician will be responsible for performing small to medium sized drywall repairs, patchwork and other repairs that can be performed in-house. The Emergency Home Repair Technician will primarily be performing work in Habitat's Emergency Home Repair and NR/AIP (Neighborhood Revitalization and Aging in Place) programs. Jobs will be scheduled and coordinated through Habitat's Assistant Director of Construction - Repairs. Occasionally the Emergency Home Repair Technician will be assisting in other areas of construction based on business need, such as New Builds, Habitat ReStores and NR/AIP volunteer projects. Must be competent in computer use and Microsoft Office Software and must have good communication skills when dealing with other departments, volunteers, homeowners and subcontractors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Emergency Home Repair/ Neighborhood Revitalization / Aging in Place Help facilitate the construction projects for emergency home repair and neighborhood revitalization program to meet organizational goals. Follow all state and city regulation on all construction/drywall jobs. Superintendent is required to perform hands on physical tasks as needed to complete jobs that require drywall. Available full-time Tuesday - Saturday. Occasionally assist with hands on preparation of job sites for volunteer groups and sponsors, based on business need. Lead volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors on site during the project. Strong communication and customer service skills. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Broad knowledge of all aspects of construction. Proficient with Microsoft Office products. Able to work a Tuesday - Saturday work week. Knowledge of federal, state, and local lead-based paint regulations. Arizona Department of Agriculture Pest Management Division - Applicator Certification a plus. Able to be Aging in Place (AIP) certified. Able to become a lead safe renovator. Excellent interpersonal skills. Team player. Organizational skills. Strong communication skills. Excellent time management skills. Leadership skills. Follow-up skills Desire to succeed. Always maintain professional attitude. Bilingual a plus.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

4-5 years hands on field construction or equivalent experience. At least 5 years in the construction industry.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. Dress code is casual and comfortable; no sandals or open shoes allowed, steel-toed boots recommended, and company shirts will be provided.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Employee must be competent and proficient in using construction tools, manual tools and powered tools in order to fulfill job requirements. Employee must be proficient in or able to use or learn to use office equipment such as computer, printer, phone, copiers, calculator, fax machine and other communication tools.