Internship: Aging in Place Home Repair Apprentice
Organization: Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Overview: Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity is seeking an enthusiastic service member to serve as an apprentice to our Aging in Place Home Repair Manager. This internship offers an opportunity to work within our Aging in Place home repair program learning and honing skills necessary for performing critical home repairs, accessibility modifications, and home preservation services for low-income senior and disabled Veteran homeowners in Pierce County. This position works directly with the public and will be responsible for leading small groups of volunteers. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required. Some experience in construction, social services, and/or working with vulnerable populations is desirable.
Responsibilities:
Work alongside Habitat’s Aging in Place Home Repair Manager and other staff to learn and hone skills specific to Aging in Place home accessibility modifications and critical home repairs (e.g., deck/porch repair and replacement, door widening, floor leveling, grab bar installation, bathroom modifications, ramp installation, roof repair/replacement, subfloor repair, minor electrical and plumbing repairs, and other home repairs and adaptations that allow people to remain in their own homes as they age).
Required Qualifications:
● Must have a valid driver’s license and be already able, or willing to learn, to drive large vehicles, secure cargo loads and tow a trailer safely
● Background in or interest in learning home repair and modification skills that allow people to age in place in their own homes and communities
● Understanding of and interest in the special needs of senior citizens, especially those with disabilities
● Physically able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
● Able to operate power tools and perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving up to 60 pounds while traversing uneven terrain as may be found on an active construction site
● Able to work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience leading volunteers
● Basic construction math proficiency
● Experience reading and interpreting construction plans or willingness to learn
● Experience with Microsoft Office
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and interest in this internship position. Please include any relevant experience or coursework related to construction, social services, and/or working with vulnerable populations.
Deadline for Application: We are accepting applications on a rolling-basis until filled.
Contact Information: For inquiries or to submit application materials, please contact Amber Lott, Human Resources Generalist, [email protected]
Learn More: For more information about Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity and our Home Repair program, please visit our website at http://tpc-habitat.org.
This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in residential construction and repairs while serving our most vulnerable populations. Join us in creating and maintaining affordable homeownership opportunities in Pierce County!
