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Job Title: Legacy Learner - Day Laborer

Business Title: Legacy Learning - Day Laborer

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Department: Strategic Development - Community Development

Reports to: Program Manager

Location: Winnebago, Ne

Status: NON-EXEMPT

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Summary

Performs a variety of residential repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation activities to improve the safety, livability, and functionality of homes. This position supports housing improvement projects by completing minor to moderate repairs, assisting skilled tradespeople, and performing general construction and maintenance work. Work may be performed in occupied or vacant homes and requires professionalism, attention to detail, and adherence to safety standards.

Essential Functions

Perform routine home repair and maintenance tasks as assigned

Repair or replace damaged building materials, fixtures, and components.

Conduct basic carpentry repairs, including doors, windows, trim, cabinets, and flooring.

Install or repair drywall, insulation, and wall finishes.

Patch holes, repair cracks, and prepare surfaces for painting.

Repair and replace damaged siding, steps, porches, and exterior structures

Paint interior walls, ceilings, doors, and trim.

Install or replace flooring materials, including laminate, vinyl, and carpet.

Assist with kitchen and bathroom improvement projects.

Repair or install shelves, cabinets, countertops, and fixtures.

Replace faucets, fixtures, toilets, and other basic plumbing components.

Replace light fixtures, switches, outlets

Other duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Communication

Accountability

Adaptability / Flexibility

Commitment to Culture

Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence

Goal Oriented

Initiative

Goal Achievement

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed at residential homes and housing rehabilitation sites.

Exposure to construction hazards, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions.

Work assignments may vary daily based on housing repair priorities and project needs.

Travel between multiple worksites may be required.

Physical Demands

Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Ability to climb ladders and work at various heights.

Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, reach, and stand for extended periods.

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Ability to safely operate tools and maintenance equipment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is an on-call part-time position. TYPICAL DAYS AND HOURS OF WORK ARE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 8 to 4:30pm.

Experience

Basic carpentry and construction skills.

Knowledge of residential repair methods and materials.

Ability to read work orders, measurements, and simple project plans.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, and team members.

Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Previous experience in maintenance, construction, carpentry, landscaping, or related trades preferred.

Basic knowledge of building maintenance, repair techniques, and tool usage.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Strong work ethic and dependability.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

AAP/EEO Statement

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.