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Queens Community House Construction Instructor in Forest Hills, New York
Job Type: Part-Time
Experience Level: Professional
Reports to: YouthBuild Program Director
Compensation: $27.47/hour
Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site nonprofit organization serving the diverse population of Queens through a broad network of programs for children and youth, adults and families, and older adults. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities. We are a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, bringing to our work innovative leadership and a passion for social and economic justice. We welcome amazing individuals who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change lives.
We are seeking a qualified Construction Instructor who is motivated to instruct young adults by sharing trade knowledge through hands-on learning experiences. You will spend time in the classroom and on construction sites developing construction skills for young adults living in Queens. You will work on various construction service projects to ensure our young adults gain meaningful skills and work experiences they can use to pursue a lifelong career.
A Day in the Life:
Participate in professional development train-the-trainer courses in preparation to teach nationally recognized construction certification curriculum (specifically OSHA 30 + 10 & NCCER Core) to YouthBuild trainees.
Facilitate both OSHA and NCCER training curriculum and administer credential tests and track and report participant progress and results.
Provide remedial help and support to trainees and volunteer tutors whenever needed.
Teach participants hands-on general construction skills including demolition, rough framing, roofing, drywall, and finish carpentry.
Lead and supervise students in construction and community service projects as requested or necessary.
Operate and care for construction tools, materials, and equipment.
Ensure construction lab and worksite safety, modeling and reinforcing proper construction techniques and all trained safety procedures including proper use of hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
Set standards and model appropriate behavior and methods of addressing problems at the construction site.
Assist in developing and participating in community service projects.
Attend case management meetings and provide observations of participants’ strengths and weaknesses.
Assist in the evaluation of student knowledge and skills in construction.
Assist in the management of the inventory of tools, materials, supplies and maintain a weekly log.
Prep construction sites by cleaning obstacles and hazards.
Load or unload construction materials.
Put together and take apart temporary structures, such as scaffolding.
Remove, fill, or compact earth for garden and farm-based projects.
Perform work site clean-up.
Construction Laborer Requirements:
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Be at least 18 years of age.
OSHA or MIOSHA certified with first aid and CPR training desired.
Ability to pass a school fingerprint background check.
High School diploma.
Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks.
Ability to work in all weather.
Must be punctual and reliable.
Strong desire to support the training and construction skills development of young adults ages 18 - 24.
Must have experience as a general laborer in the construction industry.
Queens Community House offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
up to 56 hours of sick time per year
Paid Family Leave
Professional development, training, and networking opportunities
Additionally, QCH supplements the New York State Paid Family Leave benefit to ensure our team members receive full pay during their approved leave.
Queens Community House requires all staff to be fully vaccinated and must provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination or evidence of having received one dose of the two-dose vaccination prior to beginning their employment unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religious or medical reasons.
Queens Community House, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Drug-Free Workplace.
We are a passion-led, mission-driven organization – one that looks to continually enrich the lives of our diverse member community.