Construction Crew Leader - 2026-27
Posting Description
Construction Crew Leader
For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.
AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.
What will you do?
The construction crew leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. Lead groups of skills and unskilled volunteers and homeowner families in construction activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus, developing and enhancing your volunteer management and construction skills.
Typically serve Tuesday – Saturday on the build site.
Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair and weatherization projects.
Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer education and site monitoring.
This position will focus on home construction aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.
Where will you serve?
Organization name: Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity
Nearest metropolitan area: Cleveland, Ohio
Full-time staff: 67
Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 2
Number of homes to be built: 20
Activities and attractions: Serving with Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity means you'll have the opportunity to explore everything Northeast Ohio has to offer. From the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and world-class museums to the scenic Cleveland Metroparks and Lake Erie shoreline, there's always something to do. Enjoy local neighborhoods like Ohio City, Tremont, and Gordon Square, known for their unique restaurants, coffee shops, and community events. Cheer on Cleveland's professional sports teams, visit the historic West Side Market, or spend a weekend exploring nearby beaches, hiking trails, and attractions like Cedar Point. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure, arts and culture, great food, or a welcoming community, Cleveland offers an affordable and exciting place to live, serve, and make a lasting impact.
Unique projects: The Construction Crew Leader will support a variety of affordable housing initiatives throughout Cuyahoga and Lorain Counties. Members will assist with new home construction, home rehabilitation projects, Rock the Block neighborhood revitalization events, and Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity's innovative modular home construction program. During this service term, members will also play an important role as Habitat expands its homebuilding efforts in Lorain County, supporting some of the affiliate's first major residential construction projects in the county. This provides members with the unique opportunity to help establish Habitat's growing presence in a new service area while contributing to long-term community revitalization. In addition to performing hands-on construction tasks, the member will lead and mentor volunteers and partner families, helping create a safe, productive, and rewarding volunteer experience. Throughout the service term, members will gain experience in all phases of residential construction—from site preparation through finish work—while contributing to projects that strengthen neighborhoods and expand affordable homeownership opportunities.
When will you serve?
Start dates are flexible and based on this location’s availability. Talk to the hiring manager for this position about start dates during your interview process. The start date will be 4-6 weeks from receiving an offer and no earlier than September 2026.
Benefits of AmeriCorps service
Living allowance of $20,400 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service.
Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.
Personal and professional development opportunities.
Child care benefits, if you qualify.
Worker's compensation insurance.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
What are we looking for?
Our ideal candidates:
Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
Have experience working on a team.
Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.
Auto req ID
11051BR
Position Category
Volunteer Opportunity
Position Type
AmeriCorps
Geographic Location
North America
Location
Cleveland, OH