Opportunities From: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region

We are opening a new build site in Portland! We are looking for new volunteers who are interested in joining as construction volunteers when the site opens in late Summer. 

Click the Blue Respond button to be notified when on site orientations begin for new volunteers. Updates will be sent via email.

 Responsibilities: 

·       Working on construction-related tasks with other volunteers 

·       Following all safety guidelines 

·       Reporting directly to the Habitat Portland Region staff at the site  

Training and Support: 

·       No Experience Necessary! 

·       Volunteers receive direction and support from Habitat construction staff and Construction Core Volunteers on site 

·       Habitat Portland Region will provide all the tools and supplies needed for a build 

·       After 6-8 shifts and a staff recommendation, opportunity to move to become a Construction Core volunteer to have access to more shifts and additional volunteer perks  

Expectations: 

·       Time Commitment: Volunteers must be able to commit to the entire shift (8:30am-3:00pm). We understand that life happens but please stay until we are all cleaned up for the day. 

·       Age requirement: Must be at least 16 years old, some limitations apply for 16- and 17-year-olds. Not all sites will have youth opportunities.   

·       Qualifications: Volunteers must sign a Release and Waiver of Liability online before coming to site, agree to the equity statement, and the volunteer manual

·       Clothing Requirement: Volunteers are required to wear closed-toed sturdy shoes and comfortable clothing that can get dirty, including with paint. 

·       Items to Bring: Please come equipped with a water bottle and lunch 

This is a volunteer opportunity. Volunteers willingly provide voluntary service without any promise or expectation of payment of any kind.

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in volunteering on our construction sites as a construction volunteer. A construction volunteer is a member of our community who comes out to volunteer a shift with us! You can be a new volunteer, or someone who has volunteered with us one or more times in the past. 

There are a few steps to complete to become a construction volunteer:  

Register for a Construction Site OrientationAttend your first shift! Regular shifts are 8:30am-3:00pm Wednesday-Saturday

This orientation is at our construction site Myrtlewood Way located in Gresham

An address for the exact site location will be sent after registration

The Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Volunteer Program does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. 

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in volunteering on our construction sites as a construction volunteer. A construction volunteer is a member of our community who comes out to volunteer a shift with us! You can be a new volunteer, or someone who has volunteered with us one or more times in the past. 

There are a few steps to complete to become a construction volunteer:  

Register for a Construction Site OrientationAttend your first shift! Regular shifts are 8:30am-3:00pm Wednesday-Saturday

This orientation is at our construction site West Lake Grove located in Lake Oswego

An address for the exact site location will be sent after registration

The Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Volunteer Program does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. 

Welcome to our Veterans Community Day Build Event in honor of Veterans Day! 

At Habitat for Humanity, we believe in creating inclusive and welcoming environments for every volunteer. The Veterans Community Day Build Event is part of our Community Days program to offer safer, intentional, and fun spaces for all those who identify as members of any military community including active duty, veterans, National Guard/reserves, and spouses to come together and build community-all while supporting the mission of Habitat for Humanity. 

This event will be hosted at our Myrtlewood Way, 17640 Northeast Glisan St, Gresham, build site. Come on November 8th from 8:30am-3:00pm, to enjoy a full day of building, learning and connecting!

No experience is necessary to participate! Volunteers at our Veterans Community Day Build Event will work under the guidance of construction staff and alongside other volunteers. Whether you are learning new skills or simply adding a few to your tool belt, this is a rewarding experience for all involved, and improves the community that you share.

Please wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and comfortable clothing you do not mind becoming dirty. 

Lunch will be provided 

Group volunteers are members of our community coming together with coworkers, faith organizations, or friends to volunteer on a special event day. Group volunteers get the opportunity to connect with Habitat and provide many hands to get work done! 

Outline of Volunteer Responsibilities:  

Working on construction-related tasks with homebuyers and/or other volunteers   Following safety guidelines   Reporting directly to the Habitat Portland Region staff person at the site    

Training and Support:  

No Experience Necessary!   Volunteers receive direction and support from Habitat construction staff and Construction Regular Volunteers on site   Habitat Portland Region will provide all the tools and supplies needed for a build    

Expectations:   

Time Commitment: Volunteers must be able to commit to the entire shift. We understand that life happens but please stay until we are all cleaned up for the day.  Age requirement: Must be at least 18 years old Qualifications: Volunteers must sign a Release and Waiver of Liability online before coming to site Clothing Requirement: Volunteers are required to wear closed-toed sturdy shoes and comfortable clothing that can get dirty.  Items to Bring: Please come equipped with a water bottle and lunch   Instructions for Team Leaders HOW TO SCHEDULE A GROUP DAY

 

Click on RESPOND AS TEAM. If needed, you will be prompted to login or create a volunteer account, and sign a liability waiver. Enter your team name. if your group is a business, please select "Use One of My Teams" to search for an existing account. If your business name is not listed, select "Create a New Team" and enter your company's name (not group nickname). Select ADD ME and tick the box to designate yourself as the team leader. Reserve the additional number of volunteer slots you need to complete your group Select ADD VOLUNTEER and enter names and email addresses for the rest of your team. If the volunteer is not found or is missing a qualification, an error pop-up will prompt you to send them an email with instructions. You can add more volunteers after registering, up to your reserved maximum. Click CONTINUE  Tick the date you would like to reserve. Click FINISH.

 

Your date is secure when your confirmation email is received. 

 Contact volunteer@habitatportlandregion.org with any questions.

*Daily activities are subject to change per current site need and may include inside or outside activities.  

**This is a volunteer opportunity. Volunteers willingly provide voluntary service without any promise or expectation of payment of any kind.