Construction Trades Apprentice - AmeriCorps

SailFuture | St. Petersburg, FL

Learn the trades on real builds. Every job houses or funds kids in our programs.

You'll work next to experienced builders on renovations and new construction. Every project either creates safe housing for foster youth or raises money for student tuition.

The job at a glance

• Jobsite

  • Renovations and new builds, outdoors in all weather

• Package

  • Valued at $52,805 a year

• Living allowance

  • $2,080 a month

• Housing

  • Furnished room, utilities, and food on site ($12,000 value)

• Health and future

  • $6,910 a year health plan, $7,395 education award when you finish, up to $1,500 a year toward a 401(k)

• Extras

  • Phone and cell service, sailboat and kayak access, Clearwater Community Sailing Center and YMCA memberships

What you'll do

Build

• Help with renovations and new construction

• Demo, framing, carpentry, painting, flooring, drywall, and finish work under supervision

• Load, unload, and move materials

Learn

• Framing, drywall, flooring, trim, roofing, basic plumbing and electrical

• Blueprint reading, project planning, and OSHA safety

Stay safe

• Keep the jobsite clean and organized

• Use and maintain tools safely

What you bring

• Interest in construction and the trades

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

• Team player with a positive attitude

• Able to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in any weather

• Valid driver's license

• AmeriCorps eligibility: U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident, 17 or older, high school diploma or equivalent, within term limits

Why this role

You leave with real trade skills, housing and pay covered for your term, and work you can point to in kids' lives.

AmeriCorps service position

Service hours, supervision, and program rules are covered at orientation.