Needs From: United Way of Rhode Island

Our ReStore team is looking for a  Donation Truck Assistant Volunteer!

Take a tour of wonderful Rhode Island while picking up furniture donations! It’s an awesome way to explore the state, get a workout, and make a big impact, all in one shift.

Volunteers in this position are comfortable lifting furniture such as sofas, dressers, tables, etc., with the help of our staff, a hand truck, and our truck's lift gate!  

Shifts run from 9AM – 2PM, Tuesday to Friday, and we ask for just one day a week.

Requirements:

9-2PM commitment, one day a weekComfortable lifting heavier furniture with the help of a staff member (i.e. sofas, dressers, tables, etc.)Must be 18+ to participate.

We're currently in need of Thursday and Friday morning assistants!

If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Emily, at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

What you can expect to work on:

No construction experience required! We are currently working on rehabilitations in Charlestown, RI and transitioning into a new construction duplex project in Westerly. The majority of the construction work on our homes is completed by volunteers, so you could be framing a house, installing floors, painting, cleaning, and so much more. We will guide and train your for the day! You are not expected to do anything you are uncomfortable with, please speak up if you would like a different task for the day.

 

Habitat’s mission… and how you fit into it:

South County Habitat for Humanity (SCHH) brings people together to build homes, community, and hope. Your role is to contribute to the construction of Habitat for Humanity homes, which will be safe, decent, and affordable shelter for hardworking, low-income families.

 

Position Duties Include:

At the direction of our Director of Construction, Site Supervisors and Crew Leaders, complete tasks assigned to your group Adhere to construction safety requirements and inform the site Supervisor if you do not feel comfortable with a particular task (climbing ladder, using power tools, etc) Learn how to properly use power tools where appropriate Clean-up work area at end of shift Complete assigned jobs to best of ability Tasks include, but are not limited to: painting, framing, using power tools, carpentry, cleaning, site preparation, landscaping, and other related tasksClosed toed shoes are required

 Suggestions:

Dress in clothes you don't mind getting dirtyDress for weather conditions (rain, cold, heat)Bring a reusable water bottleBring a lunchKeep your tools at home! We will provide you with all tools and safety equipment for the day (please ask our construction staff if you'd like to provide your own)

Skills and Requirements:

You do not need any prior construction experience to join us on the build site - On-site training will be provided the day of Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers aged 16 and 17 need parent/guardians to sign their volunteer waivers and need a chaperone above the age of 18 present Ability to follow clear instruction to complete tasks Willingness to learn various construction duties and work on all tasks

 

Time Commitment:

Build site volunteers are welcome to join us for one build day or multiple days a month. Please register for whenever you are available. We build every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and some Saturdays. There is no need for a weekly commitment, our registration operates on a first come first serve basis.

Visit our website southcountyhabitat.org to check our volunteer calendar and stay up to date with latest news, events, homeownership opportunities, and more!

Please contact Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org for any questions regarding volunteering.