Community Action of Allegan County

(CAAC)

Position Description

Position Title: Housing Crew Leader

Reports To: Housing Program Supervisor

Classification: Full Time/Non-Exempt

Status: Hourly - 40 hours per week

Range: $17.00-$21.00 per hour

Date: 05/05/2023

Summary/Objective: Under the general direction of the Housing Program Supervisor, this position is respondsible for crew management as is performs a variety of housing program building activities associated with the construction of all housing projects, including Weatherization, Affordable/Attainable Housing, Blight Reduction/Deconstruction, and other energy efficient activities. Specific position focus (but not be limited to): Material handling, home repairs, preparation and maintaining job site, installation of prescribed weatherization measures, installation of Health and Safety measures, rough in of ventilation systems, equipment and job site organization and safety, assistance with equipment and supply inventory.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for all work quality, paperwork, customer service, crew management
• Maintain all programmatic standards and client confidentiality standards.
• Manages and assists crews with housing services activities Weatherization, Construction and energy efficiency programs as directed and according to the specified work order.
• Develop a relationship with homeowners to understand their needs and concerns.
• Attain or maintain certifications as required by programmatic stakeholders.
• Stay current on all regulations, systems, and procedures as related to housing and weatherization.
• Liaise with internal staff.
• Coordinate and complete project-based work.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Housing Department Leadership.

Competencies:

• Proficient communication skills; oral and written.
• Understands importance of collaboration and exhibits community relations skill. Demonstrates leadership and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skill and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with volunteers.
• Knowledge and understanding of manufactures specifications
• Excellent time management.
• Knowledge of Lifting safety.
• Ability to modify tools for specific job requirements.
• Understanding of issues related families in poverty.
• Ability to maintain client and organizational confidentiality.
• Excellent time management and team work.
• Knowledge of standard work specifications and procedures.
  

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional job site environment, in off-site venues, construction sites and outside areas. Role routinely uses standard Weatherization equipment and tools along with general construction equipmnet. Work attire should include close toe shoes, long pants, and long sleeve shirts as needed.

Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to work in tight places or in high places from ladders or scaffolding. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 60 pounds and occasionally assist in lifting and/or moving objects in excess of 70 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Approximate days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Official schedule will be determined upon program needs. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel: Moderate travel required. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Required Education and Experience: High Scholl diploma or GED preferred. 1 year expierence in the Construction Trades, Insulation Installation, and Crew Management. Crew Leader, Retrofit Installer, Lead Safe Weatherization (LSW) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) are highly desirable.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Commitment to CAAC goals and mission.

EEO Statement: Community Action of Allegan County (CAAC) extends employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, weight, height, religion, national original, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability unrelated to the employee's ability to perform his/her job and/or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, lay-off, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation and training, including internship. In accordance with applicable federal and state laws protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, CAAC will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Any qualified applicant or employee with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact CAAC management.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment.

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