Homeownership is a big part of The American Dream. At Knoxville Habitat for Humanity, we are a proud partner with individuals and families who are living in substandard housing conditions who want a safe and comfortable place to call home.
Construction is one of the most visible and popular ways that our volunteers give of their time to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity. Most of our construction volunteers are provided through Covenant Partner (link to VIII. a.) arrangements we have with the groups that sponsor our houses. However, we are always looking for new ways to incorporate individuals into our construction volunteer program. If you are interested in any of the opportunities listed below, click here (link to online volunteer form) to volunteer.
Volunteer House Leaders
This is one of the few volunteer assignments that does require previous construction experience. Volunteer house leaders are directed by a KHFH staff house leader and works closely with the staff house leader to oversee all aspects of the building process for a house. A volunteer in this position will work with inexperienced construction volunteers to provide instruction and leadership for framing, roofing, siding, painting and carpentry jobs. The volunteer house leader also reports any material needs of the crew leaders to the KHFH house leader.
Volunteer Crew Leaders
This position also requires previous experience. Volunteer Crew Leaders are assigned to a specific task at a house (framing, roofing, siding, painting, and finish carpentry) during a designated time period, He or she reports to the Volunteer House Leader. The time period that is required for this position varies with the task assigned. The Volunteer Crew Leader’s main responsibility is to teach/lead volunteers to complete their task according to schedule.
Framing Volunteers
No experience necessary. Framing volunteers work to build the outside and inside walls, intall windows and exterior doors, and help put up roof trusses and roof decking.
Roofing Volunteers
No experience necessary. Roofing volunteers install roof shingles, vent-a-ridge and drip edge.
Siding Volunteers
No experience necessary. Siding volunteers install all siding and outside vinyl trim.
Painting Volunteers
No experience necessary. Painting volunteers paint inside walls and trim.
Finish Carpentry Volunteers
No experience necessary. On the inside of a house, Finish Carpentry Volunteers hang cabinets in bathrooms and the kitchen, as well as install interior doors, countertops and vanities. They also install interior base and door trim, door knobs and door stops, as well as porch columns and railings. They also handle caulking.
Job-Site Cleanup
No experience necessary. A person working job-site cleanup helps to keep the construction site clean and safe by removing debris throughout the construction process.
Tuesday / Thursday Construction Crew
No experience necessary. This is a dedicated group of people who assist our construction staff on the job site during the week. Work as your schedule permits.
Homeownership is a big part of The American Dream. At Knoxville Habitat for Humanity, we are a proud partner with individuals and families who are living in substandard housing conditions who want a safe and comfortable place to call home.
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Learn construction skills, meet new people and share yourself for a great cause.
