Construction Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering with us, you must first attend a Volunteer Orientation.
Volunteer Orientations are held every Thursday at 4pm. These meetings are held at our Admin Office located at 2201 S. Pacific Hwy, Medford 97501 and they last about 30 minutes.
If you have scheduling conflicts or questions, please reach out to us at (541) 779-1983 or habitatvc@roguevalleyhabitat.org.
House Builds and Home Repairs
Join our amazing team of volunteers and participate in a house build on one of our existing projects.
No experience is necessary and we provide the supervision, tools and materials. Construction work days are typically Tuesday and Friday.
Our crews usually work from 9am-3pm, depending on construction status and weather.
Please do your best to arrive on time. We want to provide you as much volunteer work time as possible but it is vital to have everyone present for a welcome and safety talk.
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Do I need Construction experience to volunteer?Nope! All of our projects are built primarily with inexperienced volunteers who have a willingness to learn. Our construction supervisors will teach you what you need to know.
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What should I bring?- A sack lunch and snacks - A water bottle - Sunscreen Optional items include: - An OSHA-approved hard hat and safety glasses. All volunteers are required to wear a hard hat and safety glasses, but we provide them on site. - A tool belt and hand tools labeled with your name. Please do not bring your own power tools.
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What should I wear?- Sturdy, closed-toe shoes (hiking shoes or boots, leather boots or a solid pair of athletic shoes) are required for volunteers. - Wear clothing that can get dirty, ruined and/or paint-covered. - During the warmer months you can wear shorts or long pants, whatever you are most comfortable in. - During the winter, be sure to wear warm socks, layers, a hat and a warm coat that can get dirty. - We have work gloves available on site, but please bring a pair if you have them.
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Is there an age requirement?Yes. For new construction, home repair and renovation projects, all volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Anyone between the age of 16-17 who would like to participate can volunteer at our ReStore after they have signed a parental waiver and medical release.
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Is there a time committment requirement?No, please indicate on your registration when you will be at the construction site so we can ensure you get a safety training and a job assignment upon arrival.
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Can I bring a friend?We are delighted you want to welcome others to the construction site but all volunteers must attend a Volunteer Orientation and register for the build day at least one day in advance.
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What if there is inclement weather?Construction will be cancelled for inclement weather. If construction is cancelled for inclement weather or any other reason. We will contact you via phone and email 7 a.m. on the build day you are registered.
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What if I can’t make it to a day that I signed up for?As soon as you know that you will not be able to fulfill your commitment, please contact the volunteer Coordinator, Katrina Caudill at (541) 779-1983 or email habitatvc@roguevalleyhabitat.org. The more advance notice we are given, the more likely it is that we’ll be able to recruit additional volunteers.
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How do I sign up?Before you can sign up, you must attend a Volunteer Orientation at our admin office in medford. Please click this link or call our office (541) 779-1983 to register for an o
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Still have questions?Contact the volunteer coordinator at (541)779-1983 or habitatvc@roguevalleyhabitat.org.