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Application for Employment
Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Successful Habitat team members share the following characteristics:
Benefits: Habitat offers generous paid time off, partially-paid health benefits and an annual bonus for employees who successfully complete probationary periods. Habitat has a strong board of directors, a dedicated and experienced staff, a large volunteer base, plus committed house sponsors, donors and homeowners.
All applicants must submit to a drug test, criminal background and reference check as part of the pre-employment process at Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg.
Successful Habitat team members share the following characteristics:
- The belief in a hand up, not a hand out.
- A “go above and beyond” attitude—nobody here works just for a paycheck.
- You thrive on constructive feedback and have a high level of integrity.
- You do what you say you will do.
- You are a creative problem solver that works across teams.
- You love results and hate excuses.
Benefits: Habitat offers generous paid time off, partially-paid health benefits and an annual bonus for employees who successfully complete probationary periods. Habitat has a strong board of directors, a dedicated and experienced staff, a large volunteer base, plus committed house sponsors, donors and homeowners.
All applicants must submit to a drug test, criminal background and reference check as part of the pre-employment process at Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg.
TRUCK DRIVER/DONATION PROCESSOR (WILLIAMSBURG)
REPORTS TO
Logistics Supervisor/ReStore Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for driving, loading and unloading donations for the ReStore and double as a Donation Processor when not on the truck.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as an ambassador of the ReStore while interacting with donors, customers and volunteers.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of the trucks.
- Complete daily/weekly/monthly safety check lists on trucks. Keep records in log book located on truck. Report ALL truck issues to supervisor. Responsible for the safekeeping of ReStore assets such as cell phones, GPS units, tools, equipment, etc.
- Assist with donation screening and pick-ups. Expected to accept upstairs and downstairs donations keeping the safety of donor, their home, driver and assistant a priority.
- Assist with unloading and loading all trucks
- Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy at all times to donors, customers, volunteers and fellow employees.
- While at ReStore, assist with all processing procedures as needed.
- Supervise volunteers when applicable.
- MUST be available to work Monday through Saturday and Special Events. Typical work hours are 8am to 4:30pm. Occasionally, you will work outside those hours especially when assisting with Special Events.
- Assist with moving inventory between store locations as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor at all times under all circumstances.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to lift up to 100 pounds on a regular basis and will experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion. This position will occasionally be exposed to extremes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.).
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 2 years of related experience preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s license in good standing required; a Virginia license is preferred. Please provide a copy of your recent DMV record upon application. Forklift licensing/certification is preferred, but not required.
APPLY
Please email a cover letter and resume OR a completed employment application to Mark Hennaman, ReStore Director of Marketing & Logistics using Mark@HabitatPGW.org. Materials may also be faxed to 757-591-0455, Attn: Mark Hennaman. All applications will remain confidential.
Reposted February 11, 2020.
TRUCK DRIVER/DONATION PROCESSOR (NEWPORT NEWS)
REPORTS TO
Logistics Supervisor/ReStore Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for driving, loading and unloading donations for the ReStore and double as a Donation Processor when not on the truck.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor at all times under all circumstances.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to lift up to 100 pounds on a regular basis and will experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion. This position will occasionally be exposed to extremes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.).
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 2 years of related experience preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s license in good standing required; a Virginia license is preferred. Please provide a copy of your recent DMV record upon application. Forklift licensing/certification is preferred, but not required.
APPLY
Please email a cover letter and resume OR a completed employment application to Erin Madden ReStore Manager using Erin@HabitatPGW.org. Materials may also be faxed to 757-591-0455, Attn: Erin Madden. All applications will remain confidential.
Posted February 14, 2020.
Logistics Supervisor/ReStore Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for driving, loading and unloading donations for the ReStore and double as a Donation Processor when not on the truck.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as an ambassador of the ReStore while interacting with donors, customers and volunteers.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of the trucks.
- Complete daily/weekly/monthly safety check lists on trucks. Keep records in log book located on truck. Report ALL truck issues to supervisor. Responsible for the safekeeping of ReStore assets such as cell phones, GPS units, tools, equipment, etc.
- Assist with donation screening and pick-ups. Expected to accept upstairs and downstairs donations keeping the safety of donor, their home, driver and assistant a priority.
- Assist with unloading and loading all trucks
- Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy at all times to donors, customers, volunteers and fellow employees.
- While at ReStore, assist with all processing procedures as needed.
- Supervise volunteers when applicable.
- MUST be available to work Monday through Saturday and Special Events. Typical work hours are 8am to 4:30pm. Occasionally, you will work outside those hours especially when assisting with Special Events.
- Assist with moving inventory between store locations as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor at all times under all circumstances.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to lift up to 100 pounds on a regular basis and will experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion. This position will occasionally be exposed to extremes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.).
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 2 years of related experience preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s license in good standing required; a Virginia license is preferred. Please provide a copy of your recent DMV record upon application. Forklift licensing/certification is preferred, but not required.
APPLY
Please email a cover letter and resume OR a completed employment application to Erin Madden ReStore Manager using Erin@HabitatPGW.org. Materials may also be faxed to 757-591-0455, Attn: Erin Madden. All applications will remain confidential.
Posted February 14, 2020.
DONATION PROCESSOR
REPORTS TO
ReStore Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for accepting all donations to the Habitat ReStore and follows the donation processing procedures in a timely and professional manner while focusing on safety and customer satisfaction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Requirements
The position of Donation Processing is a minimum 40 hours per week Monday through Saturday, with varying schedule when necessary. This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be available to work Saturdays. This job requires you to be physically capable to pull pallets, push pallets, lift 50lbs on a regular basis, climb ladders, drive a forklift, weather the cold & heat of a warehouse.
Rate of Pay: $10.00 - $11.00 per hour commensurate with experience.
Apply
Please email a cover letter and resume OR a completed employment application to Info@HabitatPGW.org. All applications will remain confidential.
ReStore Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for accepting all donations to the Habitat ReStore and follows the donation processing procedures in a timely and professional manner while focusing on safety and customer satisfaction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as an ambassador of the ReStore while interacting with donors, customers and volunteers.
- Receive drive through donations from the general public
- Insure that we accept only donations deemed acceptable and safe
- Provide donors with a donation receipt
- Receive truck donations from Habitat trucks
- Assist Habitat truck drivers with off-loading donations in a safe manner
- Clean and test all donations and present to a "pricing" staff member
- Deliver all priced donations to the appropriate space on the sales floor
- Maintain a clean and safe processing work area
- Assist guests with their purchases to autos as needed
- Assist sales floor volunteers with arranging inventory on sales floor
- Assist with recycling as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
The position of Donation Processing is a minimum 40 hours per week Monday through Saturday, with varying schedule when necessary. This individual must understand and appreciate the mission of HFH. Qualified candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. This individual must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be available to work Saturdays. This job requires you to be physically capable to pull pallets, push pallets, lift 50lbs on a regular basis, climb ladders, drive a forklift, weather the cold & heat of a warehouse.
Rate of Pay: $10.00 - $11.00 per hour commensurate with experience.
Apply
Please email a cover letter and resume OR a completed employment application to Info@HabitatPGW.org. All applications will remain confidential.
FAMILY SERVICES ASSISTANT - PROGRAM OFFICE (NEWPORT NEWS)
POSITION PURPOSE
Habitat for Humanity's mission is to provide local families with a springboard to secure, stable futures through affordable homeownership, financial literacy and neighborhood revitalization. The purpose of this full-time position is to assist the Family Services Department with all functions.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
BENEFITS
The hourly rate for this position is $10.00-$12.00 to start, with periodic performance-based increases, commensurate with experience. Position will be 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
APPLY
Email detailed cover letter, resume and salary requirements, to Natasha Bugey, Family Services Manager using Natasha@HabitatPGW.org. All applications will remain confidential.
Posted: January 15, 2020
Habitat for Humanity's mission is to provide local families with a springboard to secure, stable futures through affordable homeownership, financial literacy and neighborhood revitalization. The purpose of this full-time position is to assist the Family Services Department with all functions.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist families on the path to homeownership through application processing, verbal and written communications, filing and data entry
- Work with Family Services Manager for annual audits
- Assist with processing grant documentation
- Coordinate and assist on all groundbreakings, wall raising and dedication ceremonies
- Assist Family Services Manager with buyer closings, including paperwork
- Assist with post-closing communications and service
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience with administrative tasks required
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, Outlook)
- Must be able to become proficient with web-based software, such as G Suite and HomeKeeper
- Must be a HIGHLY-organized, reliable, dependable and detail-oriented individual
- Must have own transportation
BENEFITS
The hourly rate for this position is $10.00-$12.00 to start, with periodic performance-based increases, commensurate with experience. Position will be 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
APPLY
Email detailed cover letter, resume and salary requirements, to Natasha Bugey, Family Services Manager using Natasha@HabitatPGW.org. All applications will remain confidential.
Posted: January 15, 2020
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Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg
11011 Warwick Blvd | Newport News, VA 23601 FEDERAL TAX ID: 52-1431619 About Us
Habitat for Humanity builds homes, communities and hope in the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson and Williamsburg, plus the counties of Charles City, James City, New Kent and York, Virginia. |
Habitat ReStore Locations
371 Chatham Drive | Newport News, VA 23602 Phone: 757-596-5553, Option 4 1303 Jamestown Road | Williamsburg, VA 23185 Phone: 757-596-5553, Option 5 FREE PICKUP HOTLINE: 757-246-4955, Option 1! Vertical Divider
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