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 |
| info@habitatdurham.com | |
| Website | www.habitatgta.ca |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 310 Simcoe St S Oshawa, ON Canada L1H 4H5 |
