Construction Crew Leader 2026 - 27

Construction Crew Leader 2026 - 27

Posting Description

Construction Crew Leadership

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?

The construction crew leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. Lead groups of skills and unskilled volunteers and homeowner families in construction activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus, developing and enhancing your volunteer management and construction skills.

• Typically serve Tuesday – Saturday on the build site.
• Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
• Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair and weatherization projects.
• Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
• Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer education and site monitoring.

This position will focus on home construction aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?
Organization name: Laredo, HFH of
Nearest metropolitan area: Laredo, TX
Full-time staff: 6
Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 2
Number of homes to be built: 7

Activities and attractions:

• Laredo, Texas offers a vibrant blend of outdoor recreation, entertainment, culture, and dining. Residents and visitors can enjoy a round of golf at Casa Blanca Golf Course, explore the natural beauty of Lake Casa Blanca International State Park and Zacate Creek, or spend time at North Central Park. Food lovers will appreciate the city's great variety of restaurants and the popular Golondrinas Food Park, while shoppers can find incredible deals at The Outlet Shoppes. Laredo features attractions such as the Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium, Laredo Water Museum, Pla-Mor Entertainment, and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. History and culture enthusiasts can visit The Republic of the Río Grande Museum to learn about the area's rich heritage. Conveniently located in South Texas, Laredo is also just a short drive from several of the state's most iconic destinations, including San Antonio, Austin, Corpus Christi, and the beautiful beaches of South Padre Island.
• Unique projects: The affiliate strongly believes that service is who we are. Interactive training on what service means to an individual homeowner and volunteers begins. Live and experience a unique culture and family atmosphere located on the Texas-Mexico border while serving some of the most impoverished families in the U.S.A. Laredo is known for its own authentic Mexican food a unique culture that is 96% Hispanic. The following are some of the events that Habitat Laredo has Women Build, Collegiate Challenge and Community Service Initiatives projects.

When will you serve?
Start dates are flexible and based on this location’s availability. Talk to the hiring manager for this position about start dates during your interview process. The start date will be 4-6 weeks from receiving an offer and no earlier than September 2026.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $20,400 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service.
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?
Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.

Auto req ID

10983BR

Position Category

Volunteer Opportunity

Position Type

AmeriCorps

Geographic Location

North America

Location

Laredo, TX