Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity
Construction Crew Leader (AmeriCorps Service Member)
Bend, OR
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Intern
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Build homes. Build your skills. Build your future. Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is seeking five full-time AmeriCorps members to serve as Construction Crew Leaders. This is not a traditional job. It is a 10.5-month paid national service opportunity through AmeriCorps, hosted by Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity. If you're looking to gain hands-on construction experience, develop leadership skills, and make a lasting impact in Central Oregon, this opportunity is for you.
About Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity
Description
What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps is the nation's premier service program, connecting people with nonprofit organizations and community partners across the country to address critical community needs. Members serve full-time for a defined term while gaining professional experience, leadership skills, and education benefits.
As an AmeriCorps member serving with Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, you'll help us build more affordable homeownership opportunities while developing valuable skills in construction, volunteer leadership, teamwork, and community engagement.
About Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity
Since 1989, we've partnered with more than 250 households in Central Oregon through affordable homeownership. We build and sell homes in partnership with local families, creating opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and our community.
What You'll Do
Working alongside our experienced Site Supervisors, you'll:
- Assist with residential construction from site preparation through finish work.
- Learn sustainable, net-zero-ready building practices.
- Lead and support volunteers on active construction sites.
- Help maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
- Provide volunteer orientations and safety briefings.
- Organize tools, materials, and job sites.
- Support community events, volunteer recruitment, and Habitat outreach.
- Grow as a leader while serving your community.
No previous construction experience is required, although construction experience is a plus. We provide training, mentorship, and opportunities to build your skills throughout your service term.
AmeriCorps Benefits
Members serving a full-time 1,700-hour term receive:
- Living allowance: $20,400 over approximately 10.5 months
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: $7,395 upon successful completion of service, which can be used toward qualified student loans or future education
- Possible student loan forbearance for qualified federal loans
- Health coverage (if eligible)
- Access to a nationwide network of Employers of National Service
- Valuable leadership, construction, and nonprofit experience
Housing
Housing assistance is available. Depending on individual needs, members may receive either shared housing or a housing stipend.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Approximately 10.5 months (1,700 service hours)
- Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday, depending on the job site
Locations
- Four positions based in Bend
- One position serving the Sunriver/La Pine area
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for people who:
- Want meaningful, hands-on work
- Enjoy working outdoors
- Like collaborating with volunteers and community members
- Are eager to learn construction and leadership skills
- Believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a brighter future through affordable homeownership
Whether you're taking a gap year, exploring a construction career, preparing for graduate school, or looking for meaningful service after college, AmeriCorps offers a unique opportunity to gain experience while making a real difference.
Together, we build opportunity.