Vacancy NameCONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST - Bethel Vacancy NoVN929 Employment TypeTemporary Location Salary Range40.00 Salary PeriodHourly BenefitsNot eligible Job Details
JOB SUMMARY: Serves as working crew superintendent / foreman during the on-site development, installation and cleanup of Weatherization or other construction projects.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform as on-site working supervisor of a construction/weatherization crew. Meet production schedules and quality standards for assigned project.
- Maintain required documentation for all materials and labor used to complete each assigned home/project. This includes day-to-day record of material usage, labor hours / time sheets and local purchases.
- Assist the WX Manager in providing accountability and security of materials, equipment and supplies. May be assigned to inventory the bulk materials delivery upon arrival at the work site.
- Ensure work site is clean upon completion of work. Ensures all trash is disposed of properly.
- Provide on the job training as required and assists the WX Manager in providing community training workshops. Maintain a safe work environment by providing aggressive oversight to minimize work place hazards; ensuring workers receive appropriate safety training and consistently monitor work crews to ensure safety rules are being followed. Consistently monitoring crews during work hours for proper PPE.
- Perform home assessments under the supervision of a WX Manager. Assist in developing the project work plan, facilitate energy modeling, and master materials list.
- Reports to WX Manager.
- May be assigned to different project locations during the construction season to support production and labor needs as required.
WORK ACTIVITIES:
- Develops and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships with others; gets members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
- Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work; schedules work activities and the work of others.
- Inspects equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Provides guidance and direction to workers, including setting performance and safety standards and monitoring performance.
- Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with current program standards, laws, or regulations.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Able to communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing to a diverse audience so they will understand.
- Able to read, comprehend and follow established policies and procedures.
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, crew members, local officials, and the general public.
JOB CONDITIONS:
- Agency is a mandated drug and alcohol free workplace.
- Must know proper lifting techniques and be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
- Spend up to 30 days at a time in rural Alaska.
- Able to endure work fluctuations, deadlines, and interruptions.
- Performs large motor activities requiring considerable movement of the whole body such as climbing, balancing, walking, stooping, lifting and carrying large heavy items.
- Performs fine motor activities requiring handling, installing, positioning and moving small items, and manipulating small pieces.
- Must be able to work weekends, and long hours during peak work periods.
- Capable of enduring variable outdoor temperatures and working conditions.
- Possibility of exposure to dust, mold and lead-based paint.
- Travel in and outside of Alaska may be required for training.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprints.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations.
- Professional attitude and demeanor and ability to effectively represent the agency to residents as well as tribal and city officials.
- Ability to function without direct supervision.
- Ability to work with, supervise, and relate to people of diverse cultures.
- Employees are expected to remain alert, attentive, and fully engaged in their responsibilities during all working hours. Sleeping while on duty is strictly prohibited.
- Demonstrated ability to train and lead a crew of unskilled workers in proper construction techniques and installation of homebuilding materials.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions encountered on construction sites.
- Must wear common protective and safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves and hard hats.
- Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance.
- Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: desktop computer, telephone, copier, PC printer, and fax machine.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- General knowledge of residential building and Weatherization materials, methods, and technology; knowledge of eligibility requirements concerning weatherization services.
- Knowledge of electrical wiring.
- Limited plumbing experience.
- General framing experience.
- Knowledge of public service programs.
- Bilingual in Alaska Native languages and dialects.