Deconstruction
Temporary - Project Start Monday, 3/24/25
Pay Rate: $20/hourly
Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00am-4:00pm
Job Description:
Tearing down structures piece by piece to maximize the number of materials that we can re-use for future construction projects. Our deconstruction crews encounter very labor-intensive work like hauling rubbish around and stacking lumber, some roof work and power tool usage which includes taking down walls may be involved as well.
Can you connect yourself to our mission of diverting waste from landfill and providing a great resource to the community? If you answered yes, this may be the opportunity for you. We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic team members willing to work both quickly and safely to help us process lots of material into our warehouse to be sold to the public.
Required work traits and abilities:
High proficiency using hand and power tools
Experience in general construction labor. (General labor in roofing, masonry or commercial landscaping background is helpful.)
Excellent verbal communication skills
When required wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed and soled shoes, gloves, ear protection, and a half mask, negative pressure, air-filtering respirator (as determined by a doctor).
Ability to work in all outdoor elements and conditions.
Enjoy physically demanding labor.
Self-motivated, reliable, enthusiastic.
Strong commitment to mission of Re-use Hawai’i
Ethical, responsible, punctual, honest, organized & efficient.
Physical requirements:
Position requires lifting (up to 50 lbs.) throughout the workday. Candidate must demonstrate expertise in safe and efficient lifting techniques
Individual must have ability to perform intense and repetitive physical work, and conduct repeated movement including prying, gripping, working overhead, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and other related tasks throughout an 8-hour workday.
Position responsibilities:
Hand-deconstruct building structures, including surface salvage, structural and nonstructural disassembly of interior and exterior building surfaces and framing; handle recycling and waste materials; prepare and load salvaged product.
Actively participate in all assigned daily safety meetings Decon department meetings
Promote and practice good communication.
Inform appropriate Decon staff of safety and scheduling needs, requests, and recommendations.
Arrive at job sites on time with required personal tools and safety equipment.
Follow supervisory directions and request clarification as needed.
Help maintain safe, clean, and orderly job sites by coordinating and cooperating with co-workers.
Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment by practicing written and verbal procedures, rules, regulations and
employee policy handbook guidelines.
Take care of the organization’s tools and equipment
Contribute to the efforts of Deconstruction department and Re-use Hawai’i by accomplishing all related tasks as assigned.
Worksite Comment: work site is in Ala Moana and Kahala. Street parking for your personal vehicle.
TO APPLY: Text DECONSTRUCTION to 808-533-9068 to receive a link to our online application and to speak to a recruiter.