Job Description

Do you like the idea of bringing safety and peace of mind to low-income, elderly and disabled homeowners? Have you got estimating and basic carpentry skills? We may have the job for you! We believe healthy communities start with safe and livable homes. Rebuilding Together Peninsula is committed to creating healthy, safe spaces—especially for underserved communities. We are seeking someone to apply their expertise in cost estimating and general contract work to help us deliver on our mission to repair homes, revitalize communities and rebuild lives by providing free home repairs in San Mateo County and Northern Santa Clara County. For over 35 years, we’ve helped preserve affordable home ownership and maintain the diverse fabric of the Peninsula by providing critical health and safety-related repairs. With skilled in-house repair technicians and by harnessing the power of hundreds of volunteers annually, we help approximately 100 homeowners and nonprofits annually. Rebuilding Together Peninsula has an operating budget of $3M and is one of the largest of the over 100 affiliates of Rebuilding Together Inc., a national nonprofit.

Primary Responsibilities

As the primary face of the organization, the estimator/technician will preview homes to determine scopes of work, provide estimated budgets and assist with some repairs as needed. Repairs may include: deck and stairs, door/window, cabinet/vanity, sub-floor and basic flooring repair and replacement, plumbing and electrical fixture replacement, and grab bar installation. This is a part-time (approximately 30 hours per week), temporary, non-exempt position with the possibility of becoming permanent based on organizational needs and performance. Based in Redwood City.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and project take offs (time, materials, quantity etc.). 
• Relay job conditions and other relevant information to appropriate staff.
• Develop cost estimates and detailed scopes of work and enter those into Salesforce.
• Provide excellent customer service and manage client expectations.
• Maintain compliance with the EPA’s Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule, OSHA, RTP’s Injury Illness & Prevention Policy (IIPP), etc.
• Complete project close-outs (QA’ing work, after photos, collecting signatures, etc.)
• Provide repairs as needed and time allows.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess many of the following:

• At least two years residential construction experience, especially in repairs.
• At least two years of project estimation including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work
• Ability to estimate project budget based on site conditions and project scope
• Ability to create a line item budget to be used as part of project submittal
• Demonstrable basic skills, including basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and finish work
• Ability to write clear scopes of work and explain estimates in plain language
• Organizational skills, including paperwork (tracking receipts, mileage, hours etc.)
• Strong work ethic and dependability
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong customer service mindset
• Comfort communicating with homeowners, especially those from vulnerable populations
• Reliable transportation, valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 60 lbs. without assistance
• Pass a background check and fingerprinting
• Fluent in English (read, write, and speak)
• Working knowledge of Salesforce Preferred:
• Conversational Spanish
• Knowledge of Peninsula
• Experience working in a team environment
• RRP and/or OSHA training
• Contractor’s License and/or familiarity with local building codes, State License Board, etc.
• Computer proficiency – Google applications (Calendar, Gmail, etc.), as well as comfort with smartphones and online/smartphone apps.

Deadline for applications: Accepted until a qualified candidate is hired.

Estimated start date: As soon as position can be filled. 

Compensation: Salary range: $50-55 per hour, DOE.

RTP offers standard sick leave. Rebuilding Together Peninsula provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political belief or activity or status as a veteran.

To Apply: Confidential Application Process: Email your cover letter (Word or PDF document) summarizing your interest, fit with qualifications and experience along with a current resume to: Greg Bernard, Director of Programs Rebuilding Together Peninsula at jobs@rtpeninsula.org. Please note "Estimator/Repair Tech" in the subject field. Resumes must have a cover letter to be considered. For more information, visit No phone calls, please. 

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