Job Opening: Director of Retail Operations
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity (KVHH) is seeking a self-motivated individual with an entrepreneurial
spirit to come in with a clean slate to rebuild the ReStore and lead all aspects of store operations including staff
management, marketing, donation procurement, product selection, store layout and pricing, and volunteer and
donor relations.
Key responsibilities
- Take responsibility and ownership for all aspects of the ReStore.
- Reorganize and lead our retail operations efforts in our geographic region, ensuring a high level of
customer and donor service - Develop vision and create and implement processes and practices.
- Hire, train, and lead staff
- Lead ReStore budget and implement proper controls and maximize store profits based on budgets.
- Develop relationship with donors and organize pickups.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of retail or resale experience, along with 2 years of management experience.
Skills, Knowledge, and other Competencies
- Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to effectively listen and communicate with
others. - Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills to meet daily goals and objectives and to
manage multiple projects. - Able to work independently and to provide direction to staff and volunteers of diverse backgrounds and
skill levels. - Ability to learn quickly, take initiative to continue learning and find creative approaches to solve
problems. - Build and maintain positive working relationships and actively cultivates an inclusive working
environment. - Must embrace the program and principles of the organization and be able to communicate and advocate
for the mission of the organization to customers, donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community members.
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic
information, age, parental status, military service, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Pay: Minimum salary $50,000 per year plus benefits and incentives based on profitability.
To apply: Visit the job posting on Indeed
Note: This position requires a mandatory background check.
Job Opening: Warehouse Worker/Donation Truck Driver
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity (KVHH) ReStore is seeking a part-time Warehouse Worker and Donation Truck Driver to work 30 hours a week Monday through Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm during store hours.
This individual will be responsible for riding in and/or driving our Habitat ReStore truck to pick up donated items from residences and businesses, while interacting professionally and courteously with donors and customers. Additional responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles by hand and using pallet jack/forklift, general warehouse work, miscellaneous maintenance and cleaning, customer assistance in the retail store when not on the truck, and other tasks as assigned.
Applicants must have a clean driving record, possess a valid chauffeur license, and be able to lift 50 – 80 pounds. Professional driving experience is a plus.
Applicants must pass an auto insurance screening and a mandatory background check prior to employment.
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends
COVID-19 considerations
ReStore is following guidelines provided for retail locations.
Experience
- driving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification
- Chauffeur’s License (Required)
Trucking freight handling
- Load/unload by hand
Trucking route
- Local
Hours per week
- 30-39
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Pay: $15.00 per hour
To apply: Visit the job posting on Indeed
Job Opening: Construction Site Supervisor
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity is seeking a full time Site Supervisor. This candidate must have the ability to work well with volunteers of all backgrounds and skill levels. Previous building experience required.
The Construction Supervisor provides on-site coordination and supervision of construction projects for Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity (KVHH), ensuring onsite safety while moving projects forward and on budget. As the most visible point of contact for many KVHH activities, the Construction Supervisor must embrace the program and principles of the organization and be able to communicate and advocate for the mission of the organization to homebuyers, sponsors, volunteers, and community members.
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule
- Tuesday to Saturday
Key responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate all aspects of building and/or repairing assigned houses in an efficient and safe
manner, maintain build schedules, coordinate subcontractors, schedule inspections, coordinate daily site
work and activities, maintain quality standards, and ensure homes/projects are completed on time. - Plan for each workday to ensure that all necessary resources, material and human, are available to
accomplish the work scheduled for the work to be completed. - Ensure a safe jobsite in compliance with all MIOSHA regulations and foster a culture of safety on site.
Implement the construction safety program for each assigned project. - Serve as ambassador for KVHH and its mission by ensuring an excellent volunteer experience.
- Educate, motivate, supervise, and give recognition to volunteers as they work on construction projects and
ensure communication to volunteers is accurate and timely. - Train volunteers in the safe use of tools and equipment to prevent both injuries and damage.
- Update build schedules for assigned construction projects and communicate construction and volunteer
needs with Community Engagement Coordinator and Director of Construction. - Manage subcontractor process and progress on jobsite(s), working with the management team to set and
adjust scheduled subs as needed. Inspect sub-contracted work, ensure and sign-off on quality, report
needs or issues back to the team and ensure subcontractors’ adherence to building codes and green
building standards. - Manage materials onsite, inspect deliveries, order/acquire materials as needed, and communicate needs
ahead of time to construction management. Ensure the site is kept clean and safe at all times. - Ensure that all assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment are securely stored during off hours.
- Periodically inspect vehicles, tools, and equipment (including ladders and scaffold) to make certain they
are in proper and safe working condition. - Build and foster positive relationships with homebuyers, volunteers, neighbors, vendors, subcontractors,
and community members. - Complete and turn in purchasing documents to construction management/accounting in a timely manner.
- Provide quality controls to meet Energy Star, Indoor airPLUS, and Zero Energy Ready Home standards.
- Assist KVHH and construction team with other projects as needed to meet organizational goals.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum of 3 years of residential construction experience or the equivalent with an understanding of all
phases of residential construction. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Skills, Knowledge, and other Competencies
- 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license and ability to provide self-transportation to the
construction warehouse. - Ability to read construction plans and manage changes with thorough knowledge of all aspects of
construction including technology, equipment, and construction methods required for effective
performance by subcontractors and volunteers - Proficiency in the use of smart-phone technology for communication via texts, emails, voice, and online
weather and reporting tools. - Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to effectively listen and communicate with
others. Multiple languages and sign language not required, but beneficial. - Commitment job site safety.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills to meet daily goals and objectives and to
manage multiple projects. - Able to work well and provide direction to volunteers of diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
- Ability to learn quickly, take initiative to continue learning and find creative approaches to solve
problems. - Builds and maintains positive working relationships and actively cultivates an inclusive working
environment. - Ability to work independently and to complete work within deadlines.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The work environment described are representative of those encountered while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to walk on construction sites with uneven surfaces, climb ladders and scaffolding to heights,
and navigate sloped terrains such as roofs. - Occasional lifting and moving objects up to 80 pounds at one time.
- Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor locations for extended periods of time, including
inclement weather. - Frequently communicates with team members and volunteers who have questions and must be able to
provide accurate information in these situations. - Ability to safely and professionally drive a company vehicle and trailer to carry out work duties.
Pay: $19.25 per hour plus benefits.
To apply: Visit the job posting on Indeed
Note: This position requires a mandatory background check.