Join the Crew
Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Working at Habitat for Humanity of Kent County is a rewarding experience in which our employees work together as vital parts of a much larger mission – bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. We are growth-minded, innovative, mission-focused, collaborative, values-driven and focused on results. We are committed to bridge-building and inclusion, and dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
Habitat Kent is focused on recruiting a diverse and equitable workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Material Recovery Specialist
We are currently looking to fill a full-time position for a Material Recovery Specialist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves overseeing recovery site operations, training volunteers and other participants at job sites, and ensuring both safety and organization. The Material Recovery Specialist will also be responsible for managing tools, ensuring a positive experience for volunteers and donors, and collaborating across departments to ensure that the necessary products are available for ReStore sales.
Position Responsibilities:
- Performs recovery tasks at donor work sites and oversees the material recovery activities of volunteers and other groups.
- Answers to and responds to all donor incoming calls, emails and other requests.
- Schedules donation pickups and removal of product.
- Monitors job sites and provides written job progress reports as requested.
- Prepares the site at the beginning of each workday and ensures that the donor property is safeguarded from any damage during the recovery process.
- Assists with daily shift orientation, which includes safety awareness, Habitat Kent information, and conveys relevant work information for the day’s project.
- Works with, trains and engages volunteers in various recovery tasks.
- Secures donor property, tools and equipment. Notifies manager of any theft or vandalism of tools, trailers or vehicles.
- Builds relationships and goodwill with neighbors on site and community members.
- Ensures material recovery vehicle is properly stocked and maintained.
Position Qualifications:
- Construction experience or construction training preferred
- Active Michigan Residential Builder License preferred
- Ability to work well with diverse groups of individuals
- Must be an insurable licensed driver in the state of Michigan; CDL preferred
- Strong organizational skills
- Flexible with the ability to multitask
- Regular attendance required
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While carrying out the responsibilities of this role, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use their hands for tasks such as handling and feeling objects, and reach with their hands and arms. The role often involves climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as talking and hearing. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds regularly. Additionally, the position requires specific vision abilities, including close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Pay Range and Benefits:
- Pay range: $18-$22/hour
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Low-cost medical plans with great coverage options
- Dental and vision insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- And more!
To Apply:
Please fill out the information below and upload your resume and cover letter.
No phone calls or walk-ins please.
We offer all applicants for employment equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, or any other protected category.
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