Handyperson Volunteer

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Description

The Rainbow Project is a nonprofit organization located at 831 E. Washington Ave., in Madison, Wisconsin.  As a non-profit organization, we depend on volunteers to provide valuable labor, skills, and time, which helps us to achieve our goals and serve the community.  We are currently in search of a volunteer who is “handy”.  Who is skilled at:

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Fixing minor plumbing issues
  • Fixing minor electrical issues
  • Performing basic carpentry to fix shelving, seating, tables, desks, etc.
  • Hanging/installing/securing fixtures, pictures, coat racks, etc.
  • Building/assembling furniture from big box stores
  • Minor repairs to drywall
  • Painting/staining as needed
  • Changing light bulbs
  • Changing ceiling tiles
  • Removing & disposing of broken furniture or building materials

Requirements:

·         Some tasks may require the volunteer to lift & move heavy objects

·         Must be comfortable on ladders

·         Must be comfortable using an electric drill and other power tools as necessary

·         Use of personal vehicle to complete responsibilities may be required from time to time

·         Must follow safety protocols & wear required PPE while completing tasks for The Rainbow Project

·         Must track volunteer hours in Rainbow Project’s volunteer management software

If you are interested in volunteering with Rainbow, please email Debra Browne, dbrowne@therainbowproject.net

Location

Get Connected Icon 831 E. Washington Ave
Madison, WI  53711