Construction Labourer (Summer Youth Positions)

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Terms of Employment:                  Fixed Contract

Application Deadline:                    June 8th, 2026

Work Week:                                     Full-time (37.5 hours) - may include some weekend work

Location:                                          764 Division St., Cobourg ON K9A 5V2

Reports To:

Director of Construction

Position Type:

8 week Summer Youth Contract

Job Summary: 

The position is primarily responsible for supporting the implementation our home repair program in Northumberland County along side our Construction crew. The position will be working onsite alongside the Construction Supervisor, construction staff and volunteers to physically repair and renovate homes and support the management and sourcing of homebuilding supplies and materials. As Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is a community driven organization this position would also have contact and act as a representative of HFHN for local volunteers and clients accessing HFHN’s programs. The person in this position must have the skill level to handle multiple tasks and assignments, work on a construction site, lift and move materials, work alongside other staff and some volunteers, while always promoting the values that embrace the mission of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland.

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Primary Responsibilities: 

• Physically perform supervised home construction and renovation tasks;

• Support the Construction Supervisor in the acquisition of build products, materials and tools;

• Coordinate and manage the acquisition of certain materials, as determined by the Construction Manager;

• Work directly with the limited volunteers on the construction site;

• Other, as required; and

• Work week will require flexibility of schedule as some activities occur in the evening or on weekends.

Qualifications: 

• Experience and knowledge of home construction would be an asset;

• Strong and proven interpersonal skills;

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently;

• Current WHMIS and First Aid Certification would be an asset;

• Excellent communication and networking skills, with proven results;

• Ability to think multi-task and meet deadlines;

• G2 or higher Driver’s License;

• Access to a vehicle; and

• Commitment to the mission of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland and representing that mission within the community.

How to Apply: Applications will include resume and cover letter and be accepted until close of business on Monday June 8th, 2026. Applications can be sent Attention: Deb Wilson, Director of Construction by email (dwilson@habitatnorthumberland.ca)

Thank you to all applicants for your interest in this position. Please note that we are unable to accept phone inquiries. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

About Habitat for Humanity Northumberland:

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Founded in 1998, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is one of 44 local Habitats working in Canada and part of the not-for-profit network of Habitat active in more than 70 countries worldwide. Families and individuals in need of a hand up, partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help in Habitat’s work. Through shelter, we empower.​​​​​