Volunteer Position: Construction Volunteers - Build Site

(Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area)

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Position ID: V-OSH0335
Last Modified: 19 Oct 2023
Last Full Update: 19 Oct 2023

Opportunity Details: Volunteer Position: Construction Volunteers - Build Site

Contact Janine Smith, Manager Volunteer Services, Habitat for Humanity GTA; Phone: 416-755-7353; Email: volunteer@habitatgta.ca
Duties

Able to learn to use construction tools and equipment with training and supervision * ability to lift 20-30lbs * aAssist in providing a safe and healthy working environment * come with a willingness to learn from experienced volunteers and staff and to work as part of a team * positive attitude, enthusiasm, flexibility and a sense of humour is always key! Tasks are not always glamourous, so be prepared to do a variety of things.

Benefits Gain practical experience in skilled trades * meet new people and network with likeminded individuals * give back to your community and help provide affordable home ownership
Clients Working Families
Ages 16 year(s) - 99 year(s)
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Couples ; Individuals
Areas of Interest Building & Construction ; Manual Labour / Physical Labour
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work
Commitment Length Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year)
Interaction Level One-on-one ; Small Group ; Large Group
Minimum Hours 16 / Month
Dates and Times Monday: Morning, Afternoon (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) 
Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) 
Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) 
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) 
Friday: Morning, Afternoon (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Seasons Year Round
Location Build Site Locations: • 485 Normandy Street, Oshawa
Number of Positions Oshawa
Training Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Training on-going
Transportation Near public transit
Police Check Not Required
Additional Requirements Volunteers must be a minimum of 16 years old to build * volunteers under the age of 18 require a waiver signed by a parent or guardian
Start Date On or after 23 Oct 2023
End Date 31 Mar 2024

Agency Details: Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area

Office Phone 289-224-9695
E-Mail info@habitatdurham.com
Website www.habitatgta.ca
Address & Map
310 Simcoe St S
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4H5
 
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Mailing Address 310 Simcoe St S 
Oshawa, ON 
Canada L1H 4H5

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