Full Time

1. Teach the national construction certification to trainees using prescribed materials
2. Administer module tests and track and report student results, providing remedial help where needed.
3. Teach YouthBuild participants construction skills to include:  demolition, rough framing, drywall and finish carpentry
4. Ensure worksite safety, modeling and reinforcing proper construction techniques and all trained safety procedures including proper use of hand tools, power tools, and equipment
5. Support the academic and leadership goals of the program by incorporating both into building site activities whenever possible
6. Provide supervision in the academic and/or leadership components of the program when needed.
7. Initiate and schedule OSHA, first aid and CPR training for participants

1. Coordinate with partner project manager to develop a detailed construction plan and schedule, material needs and other information as required
2. Assist partner in determination of labor and resource requirements for projects as needed
3. Set worksite behavioral standards and model appropriate behavior and methods of addressing problems at the construction site
4. Lead and supervise students in community service projects as requested
5. Keep YouthBuild program manager informed of construction progress and challenges

1. Attend weekly team meetings, providing observations of participant’s strengths and weaknesses and input on individualized plans for improvement
2. Participate in formal monthly evaluations of all worksite participants
3. Assist in personal and vocational counseling and the development of leadership skills in conjunction with other staff
4. Coordinate with other staff members to consistently enforce YouthBuild policies
5. Assist in participant follow-up activities including portfolio development, job placement, construction –related job development activities, post-secondary education exploration and on-going vocational training and internship/apprenticeship opportunities

1. Participate as part of the team in program planning, to include mental toughness and follow-up activities
2. Coordinate with program manager to solve site logistical issues
3. Complete daily activity log and construction report section of weekly report in a timely manner.
4. Maintain inventory of all tools and equipment used on the job daily
5. Ensure YouthBuild van receives regular maintenance
6. Attend additional meetings and trainings as required
7. All other duties as assigned

1. Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in construction related activities
2. Knowledge of methods and skills in the use of carpentry equipment, materials and tools
3. Knowledge of common hazards and necessary safety precautions required
4. OSHA-10 certification and CPR training desired
5. Skilled at reading and interpreting instructions, diagrams, sketches and blueprints
6. Ability to relate, to lead, and instruct populations of young adults ages 18-24 who have become disconnected from traditional education and career preparation
7. Passion for working with young people of diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds to reorient their lives, develop leadership skills, and make a difference in their community
8. Knowledge of green technology
9. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license
10. Able to successfully pass a background test
11. Ability to perform all required tasks associated with manual labor to include heavy lifting, stooping, bending and climbing ladders

From $2,032.40 - - - To $53,099.00 | Annual Salary

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Exempt, Full-time, Grant funded position, for more info download the PDF version down below.